A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join our busy and friendly research institute as a Finance/Accounts Assistant. The Gurdon Institute is a department of the University of Cambridge at the cutting edge of science, with 12 research groups, carrying out research on projects related to cancer and developmental biology.
We are looking for a friendly, flexible and highly numerate Finance/Accounts Assistant to join our Admin team. The successful candidate will have excellent organisational skills and experience of working in an accounts and ideally laboratory-based environment. Experience of working with research grants, would also be desirable. As the role involves liaising with members of the Institute at all levels and occasionally external agencies and sponsors, in addition to acting as a point of contact for financial queries, it is essential that you have excellent communication skills. You should be able to work as part of a team but also to work independently. Knowledge of university finance systems would be an advantage, to enable you to provide cover for the team during holidays of other team members.
We are seeking an enthusiastic team player, who is willing to learn and develop as part of a wider group of friendly and highly skilled professional services staff. If you think that describes you then this is an amazing opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic and skilled environment, apply today or contact [email protected] for an informal discussion about the role.
Duties will include:
Essential skills for this post are:
The position is permanent and available immediately.
We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part- time working or other flexible working arrangements.
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Further informationWellcome Trust/Cancer Research UK Gurdon Institute
Salary£25,742-£29,605 pro rata
ReferencePR43842
CategoryAssistant staff
Published28 October 2024
Closing date17 November 2024