Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
Department
Finance
Position Type
Permanent
Salary
£35,608 to £46,049 per annum
About the Role
For informal enquiries, please contact Catherine Wallis, Financial Controller at C.Wallis.1@ warwick.ac.uk .
This is an exciting opportunity to manage the University’s Accounts Receivable function. The team of ten, are responsible for the collection of the University’s commercial and research debt, as well as the daily allocation and posting of the University’s income.
About You
A member of an approved Accountancy Body or Institute of Credit Management, you will have the ability to manage a busy office in a large business organisation with demanding workloads and lots of competing priorities. You’ll understand the importance of a strong financial control environment but also look for ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the team and our processes. With strong team management skills, you’ll be keen to help staff develop in their roles and perform well, so that team KPIs are met. You’ll have substantial experience of working with large accounting systems, as well as Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
About the Department
The University Finance Office supports business planning and innovation to maximise the financial resources available to the University and create the long-term sustainable financial platform required for future growth. Finance staff across the University are networked as a professional community of expertise. You will be supported to continue your professional journey through access to Continuing Professional Development training opportunities, sector networks and regular Finance Office briefings.
The role is campus based however staff can opt to work under the Finance Office’s current hybrid policy where a maximum of 40% of time (2 days per week for full-time staff, typically Tuesday and Friday) can be worked remotely. This is subject to review and operational requirements. Whilst in the induction phase you’ll be required to work 100% in the office. Further details are available on request or at interview stage.
For further information about The Finance Office and the opportunities available, please visit our website.
About the University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 106 th in the world and 8th in the UK. * Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent .**
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/ about/ .
* World University Ranking 2024, Guardian University Guide 2025
** Research Excellence Framework 2021
How to Apply
CLOSING DEADLINE: Sunday 22nd February 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)
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 job description (PDF attached below).
All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.
You are welcome to include details of any career breaks (e.g. parental leave, caring responsibilities, sick leave).
For guidance on writing a cover letter, see here .
* Interview Date: W eek Beginning 9th March
* Start Date: As Soon as possible
Please note a pplication 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.
* 30 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. For more information, see here .
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 .
Find out more about our awards and accreditations .
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.
Job Description
JD Accounts Receivable Manager (20529).pdf - 211KB
Right to Work in the UK
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