University of Exeter
Finance Administrator
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Finance Administrator
Finance Assistant
About The Role
This 1.0 FTE post is available on a permanent basis.
- Starting salary: £30,628 (Grade D), depending on qualifications and experience
- Benefits:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Flexible working options
- Pension scheme
- Hybrid working model (on-campus and remote)
Summary of the Role
The role resides in the Financial Planning and Reporting team, supporting the faculty of Environment Science and Economy (ESE). Responsibilities will include:
- A diverse range of activities in financial planning and reporting
- Collaboration with colleagues within the financial planning and reporting team as well as Finance Services team
- Participation in relevant initiatives and development projects
Requirements:
- Problem-solving and proactive attitude
- Preferable experience in accounting
- Commitment to working towards an accounting qualification
For detailed job responsibilities and strict criteria, review the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Contact
For further information, reach out to Paul Jenkins at P.M.Jenkins@exeter.ac.uk.
About The Division
Finance, Infrastructure and Commercial Services (FICS)
This position is part of the FICS division, encompassing departments like:
- Finance
- Estate Services (Built Environment/Capital Development/Estate Maintenance)
- Sustainability
- Commercial Services (Accommodation, Catering & Retail, Grounds, Security, Events, Facilities Management)
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FICS is responsible for:
- Driving commercial revenue
- Providing customer-facing and behind-the-scenes services to ensure the University operates at optimal functionality, including:
- A safe, healthy, and fully functional campus
- Enhanced student and staff experience
- High-quality learning and research outcomes that impact the world positively.
About Us
Transform Your Career and Help Shape a Greener, Healthier, Fairer Future
We emphasize:
- Understanding diverse cultures and perspectives
- Supporting diverse leadership
- Advocating social justice
Commitments:
- We actively encourage applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in our community, including racially minoritised individuals and those with disabilities.
- We offer inclusive, merit-based recruitment processes aiming for equal support across all colleagues.
With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150+ countries, our inclusive environment allows everyone to thrive.
Learn more about our equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives here:
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Why Our Colleagues Love Working Here
- Flexible working
- Leading parental leave initiatives
- Generous annual leave (39-41 days including bank holidays)
- Competitive pension contributions
- Truly health and wellbeing-focused programs: see initiatives here
- Sustainability is core to our values and actions
Need Support to Apply?
If you need assistance in your application process, get in touch with us at: hrhelpdesk@exeter.ac.uk
Our support includes:
- Providing reasonable adjustments during the application process
- Participation in the Disability Confident Scheme, including information on recruitment and onboarding details here.
Important Visa Note
Due to UKVI salary thresholds, this post will not be eligible for university sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker visa route. Ensure you have:
- A valid visa allowing you to work in the UK, if applicable.
- Further details are available at: UK Government Work Visas
For existing Skilled Worker visa holders, potential transitional sponsorship may apply – review details here: Skilled Worker Visa Transition Guidance.
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