Accounts Clerk

Accounts Clerk

An opportunity has arisen to join the Accounts & Purchasing team in the Cambridge Institute for Medical Research (CIMR). This is a varied role that includes placing purchase orders, processing accounts payable using our new invoice automation system, some accounts receivable work, checking and processing expense claims and dealing with queries from colleagues and suppliers. You will be able to support other team members in providing a first-class accounts service to the Institute's scientists, which will include covering their tasks during periods of leave.

You should be educated to GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English and Maths, possess excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to maintain accuracy when working to tight deadlines. An AAT Foundation/Introductory qualification would be an advantage.

CIMR is located on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus and forms part of the University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine. We provide modern laboratory accommodation and state of the art research facilities for the Institute's researchers who study the molecular mechanisms of disease. The researchers are all supported by an administration team who cover HR, Finance, IT, Building Services and Laboratory Management to ensure that the Institute runs smoothly.

This is a full-time role (36.5 hours per week) working Monday to Friday.

The position is available immediately.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Aga Lanucha, Accounts & Purchasing Supervisor.

If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the Clinical School HR Team.

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

Closing date: 27th April 2025

Interview date: 8th May 2025

Please quote reference SA45547 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.

Further information

• Department/Location: C.I.M.R. Administration, Cambridge Institute for Medical Research


• Salary: £24,344-£26,942


• Reference: SA45547


• Category: Assistant staff


• Published: 28 March 2025


• Closing date: 27 April 2025

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You should be educated to GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English and Maths, possess excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to maintain accuracy when working to tight deadlines. An AAT Foundation/Introductory qualification would be an advantage.

CIMR is located on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus and forms part of the University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine. We provide modern laboratory accommodation and state of the art research facilities for the Institute's researchers who study the molecular mechanisms of disease. The researchers are all supported by an administration team who cover HR, Finance, IT, Building Services and Laboratory Management to ensure that the Institute runs smoothly.

This is a full-time role (36.5 hours per week) working Monday to Friday.