Pay: £13.75 per hour
Hours: 20 hours per week (flexible working pattern)
Contract Duration: Temporary contract until 28 August 2026
Application Process: Apply online with your up-to-date CV and a cover letter. This role is open to all candidates with purchae order experience.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join the Estates and Facilities Service at our Chelmsford campus. This temporary opportunity will provide valuable support to the Estates & Facilities Finance Team during a busy period, including assistance with year-end financial processes.
The successful candidate will deliver administrative and customer service support, helping to ensure the smooth running of financial operations while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ideally we are looking for someone who has previous expereience of eductation finance department processing purchase orders.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide administrative and customer service support to the Estates & Facilities Finance Team.
* Manage and respond to enquiries received through the department inboxes.
* Assist with financial year-end activities and processes.
* Process purchase orders and match invoices for payment.
* Maintain accurate financial and administrative records.
* Support the team in delivering an efficient and professional service to internal and external stakeholders.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Previous experience using ARU system business world or similar education finance systems would be advantageous
* Essential experience of working with purchase orders and invoice matching processes.
* Previous experience in an administrative or finance support role.
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
* Strong organisational and time management skills.
* Good communication and customer service skills.
* Confidence using Microsoft Office applications and other business systems.
* The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual looking to contribute to a busy finance team while gaining further experience in a professional services environment
Salary description
£13.75 - £13.75 per hour