The University At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, a unique and historic setting – Durham is a university like no other. Across the University we have a huge variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, which is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. Whether you are at the very start, middle or end of your career, there is a role for you. We believe everyone has their own unique skills to offer. We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University. Further information about the University can be found here. Find out more about the benefits of working at the University and what it is like to live and work in the Durham area on our Why Join Us? - Information Page. The Role and the Department The Finance Coordinator will work as part of the Financial Planning and Analysis team. They will assist all aspects of financial management, financial performance and control for the professional services departments within the University. This role includes supporting budget holders through preparing and presenting management information and financial reports, analysis of financial data, preparation of journals, monitoring costs and performing checks to promote the accuracy and completeness of accounting entries in the system. They must be able to work independently, on their own initiative, and liaise confidently with staff throughout the University. We currently offer hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days per week to spent in the office. The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional services hub. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House brings a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more, visit the project webpage: Boldon House – Durham University. Working at Durham A competitive salary is only one part of the many fantastic benefits you will receive if you join the University: • You’ll receive 27 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 39 days. The University closes between Christmas and New Year. • No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies. • You can access exclusive discounts via our benefits portal including money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, eating out and days out at various attractions. • Our on-site nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and you can access holiday camps for children aged 5-16. • We provide wide-ranging health and wellbeing support including discounted membership for our state-of-the-art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24-7 Employee Assistance Programme. • We offer all staff the opportunity to take part in volunteering activities to make a difference to the local community. • Our family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers). • If you are keen on advancing in your role or career, we have a genuine passion for developing our colleagues from qualifications to IT skills, courses and apprenticeships. • We offer generous pension schemes with varying contribution amounts to help you plan for your future. Discover more about our total rewards and benefits package here. Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work. As a University equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are a key part of the University’s Strategy and a central part of everything we do. We also live by our values and our Staff Code of Conduct. At Durham we actively work towards providing an environment where our staff and students can study, work and live in a community which is supportive and inclusive. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under-represented in our work force including people with disabilities, women and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. If you have taken time out of your career, and you feel it relevant, let us know about it in your application. If you are a candidate with a disability, we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, reasonable adjustments will be made to support people within their role. What you need to demonstrate when you apply/Person Specification When you apply it is important that you let us know what skills/experience you have from a similar role and/or what skills/experience you have which would make you right for this role. Further information about the role and responsibilities is at the end of this job description. Where a criteria has an asterisk* next to it, it may be given additional weighting when your application is considered. Your application should cover the following criteria: Essential Criteria Qualifications/Experience 1. Hold an accounting qualification at AAT level 4 or above, or equivalent. 2. Five GCSEs at least Grade C or level four (or equivalent) including English Language and Mathematics or a Post-16 qualification or equivalent experience. 3. Experience of working in a busy office environment delivering front line administrative services to a high standard. 4. Experience of managing time and working under pressure to meet tight deadlines without compromising on quality. 5. Evidence of continued personal development to maintain skills. 6. Experience of working in a Finance environment. Skills/Abilities/Knowledge 7. Excellent spoken and written communication skills including the ability to develop effective working relationships, both internally and externally. 8. Demonstrable ability to proactively work with team members to ensure the delivery of high quality services. 9. Demonstrable experience of providing advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues. 10. Strong digital competence across a range of digital tools including internet, email, digital communication tools, Microsoft 365 applications and accounting software packages. 11. Ability to solve problems yourself and as part of a team and resolve issues, plan solutions and make pragmatic decisions. 12. Ability to participate in networks to share and discuss good practice and exchange information. Desirable Criteria 1. Experience of Oracle Fusion system or other ERP Finance system. How to apply To progress to the assessment stage, candidates must evidence each of the essential criteria required for the role in the person specification above. Where there are desirable criteria we would also urge you to provide any relevant evidence. Please don’t forget to check if there is any weighted criteria (see above). While some criteria will be considered at the shortlisting stage, other criteria may be considered later in the assessment process, such as questions at interview. Submitting your application We prefer to receive applications online. We will update you about your application at various points during the process, via automated emails from our e-recruitment system. Please check your spam/junk folder periodically to ensure you receive all emails What you are required to submit: • A CV • A supporting statement which shows examples of how you meet all of the criteria within the Person Specification Contact details If you would like to have a chat or ask any questions about the role, Chloe Lawson would be happy to speak to you chloe.lawson@durham.ac.uk Typical Role Requirements Service Delivery · Show a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and the University’s values. · Ensure that relevant regulatory and professional standards are being used within services being delivered by your team. · Help to develop and implement policies and procedures relating to your service area. · Respond to queries and provide information/advice, while raising more specialist or complex queries with more experienced team members. · Use your experience and problem-solving skills to investigate and resolve issues relevant to your role and make recommendations based on your findings. · Continually review what is required from staff, students and others who you work with to make sure the best possible service is provided. · Ensure that processes and business systems effectively support the services being delivered by the team. · Monitor and analyse the use of equipment and resources to ensure efficiency and report your findings to senior colleagues. · Ensure that data is accurate and provide reports and analysis of patterns and trends to senior colleagues. · Capture and share information and data that needs to be shared with relevant networks and committees. · Use digital media [e.g. SharePoint, Social Media] to update team members and [colleagues, students and external contacts]. · Prepare reports for senior managers. Planning and Organising · Plan and organise own workload to deliver the role. · Organise and schedule assigned resources, activities and events. · Monitor processes and activities to ensure team priorities are met. Teamwork · Provide specialist support and advice to team members on areas of expertise. · Explain and provide instruction to other team members on how to correctly record and manage data. · Make changes to the services provided by your team in discussion with other team members. · Identify opportunities and contribute to decisions on how to improve services being delivered by the team. · Seek feedback from students, staff and anyone else that you come across as part of your role on their requirements from your service and recommend improvements to senior colleagues. Communications/Liaison · Use your knowledge and expertise to provide advice and guidance to resolve problems and respond to a wide range of queries. · Provide instruction and demonstrations to others within area of working beyond immediate team. · Create good working relationships with other team members and anyone else that you come across as part of your role to work together on joint activities. · Liaise with staff in other areas, professional organisations and agencies to ensure that services are being delivered in an efficient and collaborative way. · Create good working relationships with internal and external partners and suppliers to work together on joint activities. · Build relationships with contacts and contribute to internal and external networks to share good practice and exchange information. · Liaise with external suppliers, contractors, specialists and service providers to plan the delivery of services and events. · Any other reasonable duties. Please note that in submitting your application Durham University will be processing your data. We would ask you to consider the relevant University Privacy Statement Privacy Notices - Durham University which provides information on the collation, storing and use of data. When appointing to this role the University must ensure that it meets any applicable immigration requirements, including salary thresholds which are applicable to some visas