Asset Technician - Finance

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Finance Asset Technician to join our Facilities Maintenance and Compliance (FMC) Unit. This role involves providing finance processing and administrative support to the FMC function. You will work closely with and be managed by the Finance Asset Supervisor, supporting and guiding/liaising with FMC staff on procurement, undertaking the responsibility of being first point of contact for FMC Estates/Faculty colleagues for key internal and external stake holders and supporting both E&F and other colleagues through provision of information for operational finance. The Role Key responsibilities include providing finance and administration support within FMC, provide advice within area of expertise on a routine basis, checking accuracy and processing of FMC claims, commitments, purchase ledger issues and overtime/payroll claims and working across operational boundaries to support the wider FMC Support team.

To be successful, you should have a Financial/Administrative qualification (HND/C or Higher) or have a significant experience in a similar role and be AAT qualified or working towards. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), SharePoint and Teams essential. Strong communication skills both written and verbal and excellent organisational and time management skills, alongside excellent customer service skills when communicating with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to work independently and as a team. Experience of working with CAFM systems, in Public Sector Procurement and Power BI would also be desirable, but not essential.

• The opportunity to develop and grow in a university that has emphasis on service excellence, self-service, colleague led learning and digital investment.
• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme.
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays and additional paid closure over the Christmas period.
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers.
• Lifelong learning and role specific accreditations and qualification opportunities.
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit. Our University is positive about flexible working - you can find out more Hybrid working arrangements may be considered. Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies. Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to . Any CV's submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift. Please note, under the new immigration rules this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post. Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews: Name: Marnie Crabtree Email: General enquiries: Email: Technical support: This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date. Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.