Senior Finance and Resource Assistant

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and organised Senior Finance and Resources Assistant to join the Maths Finance Team. This role is central to the smooth delivery of financial operations across the department, providing advice and support on purchasing, expenses, contracts, reporting and financial compliance.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will coordinate day-to-day finance activities, support departmental staff with financial queries, and help ensure that transactions are processed accurately and in line with University policies and regulations. You will also provide oversight and support to the Finance and Resources Assistant.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting purchasing, expenses, billing, non-staff payroll and contract processes.
• Promoting compliance with financial regulations and procedures.
• Assisting with quarterly and annual financial reporting.
• Supporting the financial administration of studentships, internships and non-research projects.
• Maintaining effective financial controls and processes.
• Supporting the monitoring of research projects in the department.
• Building positive relationships with academic, professional services and external stakeholders.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description (link here).

About You

You will have:

• AAT, Part 1 CIMA or equivalent financial qualification, with a commitment to professional development.
• Substantial experience using finance systems such as SAP, OPeRA, Concur or similar.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Advanced Excel and IT skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.

Experience of staff supervision and/or research finance would be an advantage.

About the Department

Warwick Mathematics Institute is a world-leading department within a globally renowned university, recognised for excellence in research, teaching and collaboration. We offer a broad portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, attract outstanding students and staff, and produce impactful research published in leading journals. Alongside our historic strengths in pure mathematics, we have an expanding portfolio of applied mathematics and host a vibrant programme of seminars, workshops and conferences.

The department is supported by a friendly Professional Services Team of around 30 staff, providing expertise across finance, taught and research student support, outreach, and the Mathematics Research Centre (MRC), which delivers a large programme of academic events.

We are committed to supporting staff development and fostering an inclusive culture. We hold a Bronze Athena Swan award, and our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee plays an important role in shaping departmental initiatives.

Based on Warwick’s attractive green campus, we benefit from excellent transport links, award-winning facilities, and a range of cultural, sporting and leisure attractions. For more information, visit: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/maths/.

How to Apply

To apply please complete your essential personal details and attach a CV and cover letter by 11.59pm on the closing date.

We will review applications throughout the advertising period and may contact shortlisted candidates before the closing date. We therefore encourage interested applicants to submit their application as early as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.

Please ensure your CV includes your most recent employment experience along with any additional relevant experience and education history.

Your cover letter should detail your motivation for applying for the role as well as detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria.   

The interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.