Research Finance Administrator

Job Title: Research Finance Administrator

Location: London / Hybrid

Contract: Temporary (9 months)

Hourly Rate: £24 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Research Finance Administrator to join a world-class institution and provide expert post-award financial administration. This role is pivotal in ensuring the financial integrity and compliance of research projects, collaborating closely with academics, funders, and professional service teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the financial administration of research grants post-award.
• Reconcile budgets, monitor expenditures, and submit accurate financial reports.
• Provide financial guidance to Principal Investigators and research teams.
• Ensure compliance with funder terms and institutional financial policies.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and funders.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in research finance and post-award administration.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret and communicate financial data effectively.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with financial systems such as Oracle Grants or Worktribe (desirable).

Why Apply?

• Work with a globally recognised institution on impactful research projects.
• Hybrid working arrangements available (up to 80% remote).
• Immediate start in a dynamic and supportive environment.

How to Apply:

If you have the experience and skills required for this role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a leading institution and make a difference in research finance.

Apply now to start immediately!

Inventum's approach to equity, diversity & inclusion:

Inventum Group seeks talent from the widest pool possible. We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment processes, regardless of applicant's background or characteristics, and we actively encourage applications from underrepresented and diverse talent.

Please let us know if you require any adjustments to our application process. If you have any suggestions about how we can improve our processes, please do let us know - we want to do better.

Inventum's approach to job applications:

It is Inventum Group's policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within 5 working days. However because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to respond to individual applicants. If we have not contacted you within 5 working days your application has been unsuccessful and your details have not been retained. Please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you.