Finance and Procurement Officer

Do you have good administrative skills for managing operational tasks within a busy and dynamic team? Are you experienced in financial and procurement administration? With excellent organisation and communication skills? If yes, Signature Recruitment is excited to be partnering with our client, a prestigious London University, for a Finance and Procurement Officer. This is a full time, temporary role with an immediate start, which will run for two months. It is offered on a flexible hybrid working arrangement with two days in the office and three days at home.

As a Finance and Procurement Officer, you will be integral to the efficient administration and day-to-day running of the Department. With particular focus on providing a comprehensive financial administrative service, you will also be responsible for procurement tasks such as stationery, equipment and facilities. In addition, you will manage a shared inbox and be able to deal effectively and efficiently with initial queries and signposting when necessary. You will happily undertake other ad-hoc administrative duties in order to assist colleagues and senior members of the team.

Finance and Procurement Officer Key Responsibilities:

• Providing day-to-day administrative support for financial operations within the team. Dealing with expense claims, checking claims, actively auditing budget codes and transactions to ensure correct allocation
• Ensuring all financial transactions are carried out correctly, efficiently and comply with university policies
• Assisting with procurement tasks relating to stationery, supplies and facilities
• Organising 'space and infrastructure matters’ such as ensuring common areas are presentable, reporting issues and ensuring their resolution
• Providing a key point of contact to staff and academics - giving an efficient service via shared inbox, MS Teams and in-person queries
• Supporting the Department Manager in other aspects of administration to assist with the smooth running of the team and wider university - including managing post, stationery, and other office functions, minute taking and assisting with ad hoc projects

Finance and Procurement Officer Key Skills:

• Experience in financial and procurement administration in a higher education setting
• Good organisational skills and time management with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate effectively with the team and other stakeholders. Strong numerical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Highly proficient IT skills - MS Office Suite, Excel and knowledge of electronic financial operating systems, with experience in business operations and handling financial transactions

This position is ideal for someone who is personable, proactive and flexible with a strong demonstrable background in financial and procurement administration. If you are looking to apply the required experience and skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we look forward to hearing from you. Apply Today!

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