Senior Finance Analyst - EU & International

The University of Cambridge is one of the largest recipients of European Framework funding anywhere in the world, and in support of its continuing success in attracting EU and International funding an exciting opportunity has opened-up for a research support professional to further develop their career within a busy and dynamic research office.

The Research Operations Office (ROO) is looking to recruit a highly numerate and experienced research administrator ideally with some supervisory experience to join the EU and International team. This varied and multi-faceted role will afford the successful applicant the opportunity to gain a thorough and specialist knowledge of European Framework funding as well as major international funding schemes. Among the role's core tasks will be interpreting EC Framework funding regulations for Horizon Europe - as well as previous frameworks such as Horizon 2020 - managing and undertaking the financial reporting and administration of a number of projects and supporting staff with their financial reporting. As part of the Research Operations Office, the post-holder will work closely with other functional support teams, in particular colleagues in finance and compliance - as well as with principal investigators, academic departments, and external research partners.

AAT qualified, or with an equivalent financial qualification or level of practical financial experience - ideally gained within a higher education institution with an emphasis on European Framework funding - you will be a self-starter who enjoys the challenge of mastering complex financial regulations to produce accurate and timely financial reports, as well as contributing to clear and consistent processes to manage such.

If you have the aforementioned, plus excellent troubleshooting and time-management skills, coupled with an attention-to-detail and an ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation, we would love to hear from you.

The post holder will be based in the Research Operations Office, reporting to the Deputy Research Manager - EU and International and will work closely with other colleagues in the Research Office and across the University.

Your application should clearly set out how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification (the skills and experience required for the role) along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted based on these criteria.

The University offers an excellent benefit package including: - Discounts on shopping - Rental deposit scheme -Public transport season ticket loans - Defined benefits pension schemes - Tax-efficient bicycle and charity-giving schemes - Flexible working options

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

The University of Cambridge is committed to supporting our staff to thrive both professionally and personally. The Research Office aims to support our staff to achieve a better work/life balance, whilst retaining the positive aspects of our unique in-person environment and culture. We have embraced hybrid working and we are currently trialling in-person working within teams 2 days per week from Greenwich House. This arrangement is currently temporary. Some roles may require additional onsite working according to business need and this is subject to discussion with the recruiting manager.

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Closing Date: 5th April 2023

If you have questions about the application process, contact CROrecruitment@admin.cam.ac.uk.

Please quote reference EW35832 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.