Finance Assistant (CSFIN1363)

Interviews expected to be held on 29th January 2026

This role will be based on the university campus with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner.   We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Would you like to be part of a busy team providing high quality, customer-focused support to the professional services teams Do you have excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate work under pressure? Do you have strong communication skills and enjoy working with people?

As a member of the Finance team, you will contribute to the provision of an effective and efficient financial support service to staff, students and visitors across the Services. You will be required to handle large volumes of work whilst maintaining a high degree of accuracy. You will have responsibility for processing expense claims, goods receipting, maintaining finance spreadsheets, general filing duties and providing advice and guidance in line with the University’s policies and procedures.  

You will need to work closely with colleagues in the Services/Faculties and the Central Services Finance team.  With excellent communication and interpersonal skills you will have the ability to build positive working relationships with a wide range of people. 

Visa Eligibility

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at: https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas 

What we offer in return 

26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year! Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls. Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team. Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available. 

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:⯠

Natalie Astles, Management Accountant

Email: N.j.astles@leeds.ac.uk

Closing Date: 19 Jan 2026

Section: Administrative and Clerical Support

Salary: £26,707 to £28,778 per annum