About us: UWE delivers several business programmes, funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and ESF (European Social Fund) to facilitate research & development of products and services and to increase the growth capacity of SMEs in the West of England and other LEP areas.
About the role: You will be required to support the ERDF Finance Manager acting as a dedicated Finance Officer for the Skills for Clean Growth project, providing support for all financial activities such as quarterly claims submission supported by sufficient audit evidence; quarterly budget re-forecast; monitoring income and expenditure against milestones/deliverables; audit certification; post award reconciliations and general tasks such as processing expenses, collating claims evidence etc. to ensure full compliance to internal and external financial regulations.
The post-holder will be line managed by the ERDF/ESF Finance Manager and will also be required to advise and collaborate with the dedicated project delivery team (located in another service). While the primary purpose of this role is to support the Skills for Clean Growth project, where applicable it will also work alongside and ensure commonality of practice with other university ERDF/ESF projects.
This post is based at our lively Frenchay campus where we have invested in the latest facilities and resources to give both our staff and students access to everything they need to succeed – £300m has been invested recently on new state-of-the-art learning spaces and accommodation while we continue to develop incredible new facilities to enhance our offer even further.
Frenchay campus has excellent transport links; as well as being located near the motorway network we are within walking distance of two train stations, our bus terminus connects us to the local bus and metrobus network and we also have a range of cycling and changing facilities.
Bristol is a city that’s famous for its rebellious streak, independent thinking, unique style and edgy creativity. Home to over 460,000 people hailing from 187 different countries – you can find over 91 different languages spoken here, and 45 religions practised. Topping polls on a regular basis, Bristol isn’t just a great place to live, but a great place to work.
Why UWE Bristol?
We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 32,000 students, 250,000 alumni and 4,000 staff from across the globe. We are both globally connected and regionally embedded, with a strong network of employer and partner connections.
We have a lot to be proud of at UWE, our achievements include scoring above sector average for student satisfaction, we are ranked 36th in The Guardian Best UK Universities 2022 and 29th in the latest Times Higher Education 'Table of Tables'.
We are an ambitious and values led university. We're focused on solving future global challenges through outstanding learning, world-leading research and a culture of enterprise and we are looking for people who share our core values to help us achieve those aims.
With inclusivity as a core value, UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community. We support and celebrate the diversity of our staff and students as a key driver for innovation and success, promoting pathways and achievements to inspire and generate confidence and ambition.
In addition to progressive pay rates, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including:
Further information
If you would like an informal discussion, please contact on Rik Rawling on 0117 32 83215 or email to: rik.rawling@uwe.ac.uk
This is a part-time, fixed-term post until February 2023 working 22.5 hours per week.
The University will be implementing a hybrid way of working once restrictions from Covid 19 end therefore you will be expected to work on campus for part of your working week. Exact days will be agreed with your line manager.
The University’s normal practice is that new appointments will be made at the starting point of the grade.
We particularly encourage applications from BAME candidates as we are currently under-represented in these areas within UWE Bristol however all appointments are made on merit.
UWE is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity to create an inclusive working environment. We celebrate individuality and are proud to be part of a city renowned for being inclusive and culturally diverse. Join us, and find yourself in a vibrant, stimulating and supportive environment. Our people are our strength and it takes people from all backgrounds to make UWE Bristol a success. Add to our difference and help set us apart.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. As we are unable to sponsor anyone requiring a visa for this role candidates must therefore be able to provide their own right to work in the UK.
Should you be shortlisted you will be asked to provide your right to work documents at your interview. Please refer to the Home Office Right to Work Checklist which provides details of which documents are acceptable.