Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
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Department
Finance
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Position Type
Permanent
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Salary
£26,707 to £30,378 per annum
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About the Role
Informal Queries
For informal queries about the role, please contact Rachel King (Finance Manager) at
[email protected]
Flexible Working
We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.
We welcome applications from candidates seeking a minimum of 32.5 hours per week.
This appointment offers an exciting opportunity to join the University Finance Office, working as part of the team that delivers services within Warwick Medical School (WMS).
This role plays a key part in the financial management of WMS, working across the breadth of financial operations and management accounting.
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About You
We are seeking to appoint a Senior Finance Assistant to manage the day to day financial transactions of the School and provide assistance to the WMS finance team. You will be currently working in or have recent experience within a finance department and you will be Accounting Technician (AAT) qualified or part qualified chartered accountant (CIMA, CIPFA, ACCA, ACA) or have equivalent relevant experience.
You will need to bring good IT skills to the role, particularly spreadsheet skills, and you must be experienced in using accounting software. To succeed in the role you will also need to be a great communicator and able to work effectively with colleagues across the School. You will need to be able to prioritise your workload to meet deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy and good attention to detail. Whilst you will be working within a supportive team environment, you must also be able to work independently.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the
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About the Department
tablished in 2000, Warwick Medical School (WMS) is home to the UK's largest graduate-entry MB ChB programme. WMS also offers opportunities for undergraduate study, full and part-time research degrees as well as professional development across the healthcare sector. Alongside a range of educational opportunities, WMS has a reputation for research excellence, investigating solutions to significant global health challenges. For more information, see here
The WMS finance team is part of the wider University Finance Office. The University Finance office supports business planning and innovation to maximise the financial resources available to the University and create the long-term sustainable financial platform required for future growth. Finance staff across the University are networked as a professional community of expertise. You will be supported to continue your professional journey through access to Continuing Professional Development training opportunities, sector networks and regular Finance Office briefings.
As a member of staff at Warwick you can enjoy a wide range of competitive benefits. Take a look at the benefits that are on offer, including an attractive pension scheme, a generous annual leave entitlement (including Christmas closure), family friendly policies, and discounted Warwick Sport membership.
The role is campus based however staff can opt to work under the Finance Office’s current hybrid policy where a maximum of 40% of time (2 days per week for full time staff; normally Tuesdays and Fridays) can be worked remotely. This is subject to review and operational requirements. Whilst in the induction phase you’ll be required to work 100% in the office. Further details are available on request or at interview stage.
For further information about The Finance Office and the opportunities available, please visit our website.
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About the University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
- World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026
** Research Excellence Framework 2021
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How to Apply
Closing Deadline: Thursday 13th August 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)*
To apply, please click APPLY below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include two attachments:
CV
Cover Letter
These should:
Outline employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
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Right to Work in the UK
We wish to advise applicants that this role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa. If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK you will need to check the UK Government Website to see if you are eligible to obtain the right to work in the UK through one of the other UK immigration routes before you make your application.
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