Research Finance Administrator - Remote

Overview

The Research Finance Administrator will provide research and financial administration support within a remote team in the UK, ensuring timely and accurate record keeping and management for colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.

In Short

• Support preparation of financial claims for research projects.
• Review and manage staff timesheets related to research projects.
• Set up new budgets in the financial system.
• Assist in creating interim financial progress reports.
• Manage electronic filing of research and financial records.
• Support planning and hosting of meetings and events.
• Collaborate with Corporate Finance team for monthly reviews.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and discretion.
• Work with finance and accountancy software.
• Develop understanding of financial elements of Funder Terms & Conditions.

Requirements

• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer-focused attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and work with confidential material.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in financial administration.
• Confident in numerical skills and proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with finance/accountancy software.
• Ability to prioritize and adapt to varying workloads.
• Experience in research management support is desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and enhanced pension.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement increasing with tenure.
• Company sick pay and family-friendly leave.
• Flexible hours and remote-first working.
• Continuous career development opportunities.