Finance Officer (Purchase Ledger)

Part-time: 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE), flexible working (by agreement)

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum (FTE, pro rata £18,000 - £19,200 p.a. at 0.6 FTE)

Location: Central Oxford

Pembroke College, Oxford, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Officer (Purchase Ledger) to join its friendly and professional Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional to play a key role in supporting the College’s financial operations within a historic yet forward-looking academic community.

Founded in 1624, Pembroke is an inclusive and dynamic College located on a central Oxford site, combining award‑winning modern developments with beautiful historic quadrangles. The College has ambitious plans for the future and is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and professional services.

The Finance Officer is a key member of the Finance team, providing essential operational support for the College’s financial functions, with particular responsibility for the Purchase Ledger and general payments. Working closely with colleagues across Finance and the wider College, the postholder will ensure that financial transactions are processed efficiently, accurately, and in line with College policies and regulatory requirements.

This role will suit someone who is highly organised, accurate, and proactive, with a strong commitment to financial integrity and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable and Purchase Ledger

• Process and verify purchase invoices, ensuring accuracy, correct coding, and compliance with procedures.
• Maintain supplier records and ensure all payments are properly authorised.
• Prepare and process regular payment runs, including BACS and other methods.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries promptly and professionally.

General Payments and Financial Administration

• Process sundry payments, including scholarships, refunds, and international payments.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Support audit preparation, budgeting, and year‑end activities.

General Duties

• Contribute to effective teamwork and communication within the Finance team and across the College.
• Support the ongoing development of financial systems, processes, and controls.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of financial information.
• Undertake other duties appropriate to the role.

Benefits include:

• Membership of the University staff pension scheme.
• Free lunch when College kitchens are open.
• Generous annual leave entitlement (pro rata).
• Opportunities for professional development, including mentoring by qualified accountants and access to paid external training.
• A supportive and collegial working environment.

About You

You will be an organised and reliable finance professional with excellent attention to detail and a collaborative approach to work. You will be confident in managing competing priorities and committed to providing high‑quality financial administration.

Essential criteria:

• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting systems.
• Previous experience in a finance or accounts administration role.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, flexible, and confidential approach to work.

Desirable criteria:

• Experience in a charity, higher education, or not‑for‑profit environment.
• Experience managing a purchase ledger in a multi‑department organisation.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter, together with details of two referees, to recruitment@pmb.ox.ac.uk by 9am on Monday, 23 February 2026

Please note that the College reserves the right to interview on receipt of applications and to appoint prior to the deadline, so early application is recommended.