Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: R&D Finance Assistant- Operational Finance

Contract Type: Permanent

Under current Home Office rules, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in Research & Development Finance as an R&D Finance Assistant - Operational Finance. This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop financial and analytical skills while supporting the delivery of high-quality financial services to research and development business units.

As an R&D Finance Assistant, you will provide essential financial and administrative support to the Research & Development Finance function. Working under the guidance of senior finance colleagues, you will assist with financial administration, invoice processing, reporting, reconciliations, and the resolution of financial queries. You will play a key role in ensuring financial information is processed accurately and that stakeholders receive timely and effective support.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

188-THQ031026

Job locations

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful Candidate will be responsible for Raising invoices and requisitions within the Oracle financial system. Assisting with financial data entry, journals, spreadsheets, and control accounts. Investigating invoices, payment, payroll, and coding queries. Supporting the production of monthly management reports. Liaising with budget holders, suppliers, and finance colleagues to resolve financial issues. Monitoring and following up outstanding debts and escalating issues when required. Maintaining accurate financial records, databases, and reporting information.

Person SpecificationQualifications, knowledge and experienceEssential AAT Intermediate Level, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification. GCSE Mathematics and English (Grades 9-5/A*-C) or equivalent experience. Knowledge of finance procedures, such as petty cash, financial systems, and VAT.Desirable Previous experience in a clerical, finance, or customer service role.

Job description Job responsibilities The successful Candidate will be responsible for Raising invoices and requisitions within the Oracle financial system. Assisting with financial data entry, journals, spreadsheets, and control accounts. Investigating invoices, payment, payroll, and coding queries. Supporting the production of monthly management reports. Liaising with budget holders, suppliers, and finance colleagues to resolve financial issues. Monitoring and following up outstanding debts and escalating issues when required. Maintaining accurate financial records, databases, and reporting information. Person SpecificationQualifications, knowledge and experienceEssential AAT Intermediate Level, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification. GCSE Mathematics and English (Grades 9-5/A*-C) or equivalent experience. Knowledge of finance procedures, such as petty cash, financial systems, and VAT.Desirable Previous experience in a clerical, finance, or customer service role.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• AAT intermediate level / NVQ Level 3
• GCSEs (grades 9-5; A*-C) including Mathematics and English or equivalent experience
• Some knowledge of finance procedures e.g. petty cash, systems, VAT

Desirable

• Previous experience of clerical, finance or customer service work

Trust Values

Essential

• Patient First
• Working Together
• Always Improving

Person Specification Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential AAT intermediate level / NVQ Level 3 GCSEs (grades 9-5; A*-C) including Mathematics and English or equivalent experience Some knowledge of finance procedures e.g. petty cash, systems, VAT Desirable Previous experience of clerical, finance or customer service work Trust Values Essential Patient First Working Together Always Improving

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)