Job Description

Finance Officer (110949-1025)

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Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
Department
Finance
Position Type
Permanent
Salary
31,236 to 34,610 per annum
About the Role

For informal enquiries, please contact Rachel Canty (Head of Administration) at Rachel.canty@warwick.ac.uk

The Department of Politics and International Studies (PAIS) at the University of Warwick is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to provide essential financial and related operational support across education, research, and departmental activities.


This pivotal role combines day-to-day financial management including budget monitoring, process improvement, and financial planning. The postholder will work closely with academic and Professional Services colleagues in the Department and across the University and beyond, offering expert advice and ensuring smooth financial and related operational support. Embedded in a vibrant community of 120+ staff and 1,300+ students this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and ambitious department.



About You
You will be a detail-oriented finance professional with a Financial qualification (AAT or equivalent) and strong experience in financial administration, ideally within a large organisation. You will bring expertise in SAP (or similar systems), excellent Excel and IT skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You will be confident in managing complex workflows, interpreting financial regulations, and communicating clearly with stakeholders at all levels. You thrive in a collaborative environment, balancing autonomy with teamwork, and can prioritise effectively under pressure. Whether supporting budget planning or resolving complex financial queries, you will be committed to accuracy, compliance, continuous improvement and excellent service delivery.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the

About the Department
PAIS is one of the UK's leading Politics and International Studies departments: in the 2024 The Times/The Sunday Times Good University Guide PAIS ranked 4th of the 80 UK Politics Departments; in REF2021 and REF2014 we were awarded 100% 4for research environment; and since 2016 PAIS has ranked as number 1 or 2 for 'overall satisfaction' in Russell Group for Politics in the National Student Survey (NSS).

We are a diverse and inclusive community with a Professional Services team of 21 supporting education, research and department operations. We are committed to embedding the values of dignity, equality, freedom, and justice in our practices, including widening opportunities for both students and staff.


We offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including a suite of double-degree MAs with partner institutions. We also have a vibrant PhD programme.


PAIS holds an Athena Swan silver award, a national initiative that recognises the advancement of gender equality, representation, progression, and success for all in higher education. We provide a welcoming and inclusive working and learning environment. We recognise that everyone is different in a variety of visible and non-visible ways, and that those differences are to be recognised, respected, and valued. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment in which all colleagues can thrive. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from racially minoritised, disabled, LGBTQIA+, and economically disadvantaged communities. We actively champion a culture of inclusion, intellectual curiosity, and innovation across our diverse department.


To find out more about the department, please visit our website: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/pais/



About the University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked

67th in the world

and

10th in the UK.

92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.*


Find out more about us on our website.

QS World University Rankings 2024, Research Excellence Framework 2021


How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Tuesday 4th November 2025 at 23:55 (GMT)

To apply, please click "Apply" below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.

Your CV should include:

Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment). Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).

Your cover letter should explain:

Your motivations for applying to the role. Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the

All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.


For guidance on writing a cover letter, see here.

Interview Date:

November 2025

December Start Date:

8th December 2025

Please note application forms must be submitted before the stated deadline - you will not be able to submit after 23:55 (even if you opened the form earlier). Only applications submitted via our official careers portal (warwick-careers.tal.net) will be considered.



What we Offer
We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

An attractive pension scheme. 26 days holiday plus University Christmas closure. Generous parental/adoption leave policy. Onsite childcare facilities. Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. Find out more about our flexible working arrangements.


We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.



Our Commitment to Inclusion

Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion

Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.


Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick.


We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.

Safeguarding & DBS

The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.

Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice. The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults). All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.

Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders

The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.


Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.



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.