Asset Supervisor - Finance - The University of Manchester : Job Details

Job Title: Asset Supervisor - Finance

Location: Oxford Road, Manchester

Salary: £32,080 to £36,636 per annum, depending on relevant experience

Job type: Full Time, Permanent

Hours Per Week: 35 Hours

Closing date: 30/09/2025

About the Role:

We are looking for a dedicated and proactive Finance Asset Supervisor to join our Facilities Maintenance and Compliance (FMC) team at The University of Manchester.

In this role, you will supervise financial support operations, ensuring high standards of budgeting, reporting, and financial control across a busy, customer-focused estates environment. You will allocate and oversee the work of the FMC Finance Support Team, resolve complex queries, and provide advice to colleagues at all levels of the University.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, leading a small team, and driving improvements in financial systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and allocate work within the FMC Finance Support Team, ensuring high standards and timely delivery.
• Provide financial administration and reporting support, contributing to the smooth running of FMC operations.
• Process purchase orders and invoices, resolving supplier and customer queries.
• Analyse and reconcile accounts, resolving discrepancies and preparing journal transfers.
• Advise colleagues on financial regulations, coding, authorisation, and approval limits.
• Develop and improve financial processes and systems, incorporating KPIs to monitor performance.
• Support a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and excellent customer service across FMC.

What We're Looking For:

Essential Skills and Experience:

• A financial/administrative qualification (degree or higher) or significant experience in a similar finance role.
• AAT qualified or higher.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and computerised finance systems (e.g., Oracle, Sage).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to work with colleagues across all levels.
• Experience with public sector procurement policies and procedures.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage a busy workload and meet deadlines.
• Supervisory experience, with the ability to motivate and support staff.
• Experience in a management role with knowledge of HR policies and procedures.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Advanced Excel and Power BI skills.
• Experience of CAFM systems such as Concerto.
• Previous experience in Higher Education or Estates & Facilities.
• Experience of working within the public sector.

Why Work at the University of Manchester?

Join a world-class institution that values diversity and equality in the workplace.

Benefit from a range of staff benefits, including family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements, and career development opportunities. Access to training and mentorship to support your career growth, with structured development plans and performance reviews. Be part of a global institution in a vibrant, culturally diverse city, with support for international applicants and relocation assistance.

The University of Manchester is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

We invite applications from all backgrounds and look forward to welcoming the next member of our team to the Directorate of Estates and Facilities.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working - you can find out more on our website.

Blended working arrangements may be considered

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

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Candidates with experience of: Asset Supervisor, Finance Support, Finance Supervisor, Financial Operations Support, Assistant Finance Manager, CIMA, ACCA, Financial Services, Finance Administration, Finance Admin Officer, Account Administrator may also be considered for this role.