Finance Support Officer
Finance Support Officer
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and detailoriented Finance Support Officer to join our Finance & Contracts team at LGCs Grant Management Group (GMG) on a fixedterm basis. This role will play a critical part in documenting and standardising finance processes by leading the development of comprehensive work instructions and process logs.
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to play a pivotal role in structuring and improving financial processes within a dynamic organization. If you are a selfstarter with a keen eye for detail and a passion for process excellence we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process Documentation Leadership Take ownership of drafting refining and standardising detailed finance work instructions ensuring clarity consistency and compliance with internal controls.
- Stakeholder Coordination Collaborate closely with finance contracts and grant management teams to gather requirements validate processes and drive alignment.
- Process Mapping & Compliance Develop a structured log of all financial processes creating a central repository with clearly documented work instructions and reference materials.
- Continuous Improvement Identify gaps inefficiencies and areas for enhancement in financial workflows recommending improvements where necessary.
- Project Management & Manage the endtoend process documentation project ensuring timely completion and adherence to best practices.
- Ad Hoc Support Provide additional support to the Finance & Contracts team as required contributing to key initiatives and projects.
Qualifications :
Required Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience in process documentation finance operations or a similar role within a structured corporate or grant management environment.
- Exceptional attention to detail with a systematic and methodical approach to organizing information.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Highly organized proactive and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills to assess existing processes and enhance efficiency.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint) and process documentation tools.
Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:
- Education Minimum of a Bachelors degree in Finance Business Administration Accounting or a related field.
- Industry Experience Prior experience in finance contracts or grant management within a structured corporate government or nonprofit environment.
- Process & Compliance Knowledge Strong understanding of financial processes controls and documentation standards even if no formal accounting qualification is required.
- SelfMotivation & Initiative Ability to work independently take ownership of tasks and drive process improvements with minimal supervision.
- ResultsOriented Mindset Committed to delivering highquality work with precision efficiency and a focus on continuous improvement.
- Professionalism & Adaptability Strong work ethic resilience under pressure and the ability to thrive in a fastpaced deadlinedriven environment.
Additional Information :
Salary & Benefits Package
- Salary: 31100 per year
- Performance Bonus: Annual bonus subject to company performance
- Annual Leave: 25 days of paid annual leave plus UK public holidays
- Pension Scheme: Enhanced contributory pension scheme for longterm financial security
- Life Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to support you and your loved ones
- Private Healthcare: Access to Benenden Healthcare for additional medical support
- Commuter Support: Season Ticket Loan to assist with travel expenses
NB: This is an office based hybrid role with an expectation for employees to attend our offices in Twickenham worked as 2 to 3 days per week and may increase subject to team requirements.
To Apply
If you are excited about the prospect of joining our team and believe you possess the relevant skills and background we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV along with a cover letter that showcases your key skills and experiences in relation to the Required Knowledge Experience and Technical Skills outlined in the job description. Additionally share your enthusiasm for working with the NIHR.
NB: Closing date for applications is 5pm on the 19th March interviews to start from 27th March.
Contract: Full time 12 month fixed term maternity cover contract or secondment.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age disability race color ethnic or national origin sex sexual orientation gender reassignment marital or civil partnership pregnancy or maternity religion or belief. Short listing interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender sexual orientation marital status color race nationality ethnic or national origins religion or belief age or trade union membership.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
