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Finance Apprentice,Apply From:04/06/2025Learning ProviderDelivered by FIRST INTUITION CAMBRIDGE LIMITEDEmployerUniversity of CambridgeVacancy Description

You will be part of our departmental finance team of eight, working closely with a supportive group of four finance assistants.

This role is perfect for someone looking to gain valuable experience in finance while receiving comprehensive training and support. With our dedicated team, you’ll have the chance to develop your skills, learn from experienced professionals, and make a real impact.

As a Finance Apprentice you'll provide professional financial support to the Institute’s research groups, scientific core facilities, and administrative teams

Key responsibilities:

  • Prepare and distribute monthly budget reports to University departments that have transferred funds for the use of CI Core Facilities. Proactively identify and advise on potential budgetary issues
  • Respond to requests to set up users, groups and grants on our core facility booking portal. Ensuring the correct approvals are in place and that the appropriate rate of cost recovery has been applied, as determined by the funding source
  • Provide ad hoc support and troubleshooting for internal and external users of the online core facility booking system
  • Monitor the progress of orders and resolve queries related to purchase orders and deliveries
  • Liaise with suppliers to address issues such as returns, discrepancies, and delivery anomalies
  • Review open purchase orders and take appropriate actions to close or cancel them
  • Reconcile supplier statements to ensure timely invoice payments, request copies of missing invoices, and communicate disputes when necessary
  • Monitor outstanding customer payments by reviewing the bad debt statement and issuing payment reminders for overdue invoices
  • Perform additional duties as required by the Finance Managers, in line with the level and responsibilities of the post

Key DetailsVacancy TitleFinance ApprenticeEmployer DescriptionCancer Research UK Cambridge Institute (CRUK CI) is a department of the University of Cambridge within the School of Clinical Medicine.CRUK CI, housed in the Li Ka Shing Centre, focuses on tackling questions relating to cancer diagnosis, treatment and prevention, supported by world-class core scientific facilities.Our aim is to be a focus for the practical application of high-quality basic research, forming a bridge between the world-class science of the University of Cambridge and its environment, and Addenbrooke's Hospital. The Institute is located on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, to the south of Cambridge, close to Addenbrooke's Hospital, the University of Cambridge teaching hospital, and many of our collaborating institutes, including the MRC Laboratory for Molecular Biology, the MRC Cancer Unit and the Cambridge Institute for Medical Research.Vacancy LocationCancer Research UK Cambridge Institute Li Ka Shing Centre Cambridge CB2 0REWage FrequencyCustomNumber of Vacancies1Vacancy Reference Number1000323327Key DatesApply From04/06/2025Closing Date For Applications2025-06-30 23:59:59Interview Begin FromPossible Start Date2025-08-01 00:00:00TrainingTraining to be Provided

  • You will receive 1 on 1 training with members of the finance team, online training and comprehensive written notes

Learning ProviderFIRST INTUITION CAMBRIDGE LIMITEDSkills Required

Communication skillsAttention to detailNumber skillsAnalytical skillsTeam workingSkill in Microsoft OfficeTime management

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