Finance Assistant - Fixed Term

Finance Assistant

Salary: Band 3 - £15,969 (FTE £26,615) gross per annum

Hours: Part time - 22.2 hours per week

Contract Type: Fixed Term - 12 month contract

Closing date: 2nd of November, 2026

Arts University Plymouth is looking for a dedicated and organised Finance Assistant to join our universitys finance team, on a fixed-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys numbers, accuracy, and supporting financial operations in a busy and dynamic environment. Youll play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of our day-to-day finance functions, working closely with colleagues to maintain accurate financial information and meet key reporting deadlines.

About You:

Were looking for someone who is proactive, detail-focused and enjoys working as part of a small team. You will be:

• Experienced in finance administration
• Able to use the Google Suite, databases such as Excel, manage emails and ideal have experience in accounting systems
• Confident working in busy office environments with the skills to prioritise to meet deadlines
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with customers, suppliers, students and staff at all levels.
• Focused on accuracy, attention to detail and integrity, demonstrating flexibility, the ability to multitask, and an approachable, helpful manner.

About The Role:

As Finance Assistant, you will:

• process invoices, maintain financial records, assist with reconciliations, and support budget tracking.
• work closely with the Assistant Accountant and wider finance team, ensuring all activity is compliant with financial controls and audit requirements.
• deal with queries regarding card payments, process card payments into the finance system, and complete reconciliation
• ensure timely and correct processing of Accounts Payable payments, reconciliation of supplier statements and the associated General Ledger reconciliations.

In return youll receive:

• 15 (FTE 25) days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, and closure efficiency days
• Access to a supportive, extensive Employee Assistance Programme including 10 sessions of counselling, Menopause support, Life & Leadership Coaching, Legal Advice, and Financial Coaching
• Enrolment onto a generous Local Government scheme, subject to scheme eligibility
• Additional benefits such as a cycle to work scheme, discounted bus tickets, education sector retail offers, local gym discounts, and a staff discount site with savings of up to 10% on the high street

Please refer to the role profile for more information. https://shorturl.at/rKOFv. To find out more about our award-winning independent arts university, what makes us special and why Plymouth provides a spectacular backdrop for our creative community; check out our working here pages www.aup.ac.uk/working-here.

If you are interested in the role and would like to find out more, please feel free to contact Tasha Deacon, Head of Finance on [email protected]

The successful candidate will be willing to contribute to our ambitions and international profile as an innovative, sustainable and inclusive arts university.

Safeguarding and Compliance

Arts University Plymouth has a strong commitment to the safeguarding & welfare of young people & vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory DBS check, and you will be required to provide appropriate documentation as part of the onboarding process.

Right to Work

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. Proof of Right to Work will be required before an offer of employment is made.

Inclusivity

We celebrate equality, diversity and difference, and welcome candidates from all communities, including applications from service people and their families as part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant.

Redeployees

In the event that the University has employees eligible for redeployment at the time of shortlisting, for example due to the end of a fixed term contract, these candidates may be entitled to a priority interview.