Finance Assistant / Travel Administrator
The Marine Biological Association
Hours: 30 hours per week
The role
The Marine Biological Association is seeking an experienced Finance Assistant / Travel Administrator. You will work in a small busy Finance Team providing excellent accounts and financial services. The role will primarily involve arranging travel and accommodation, providing itineraries for staff, students and Trustees, maintaining the purchase ledger and ensuring that suppliers are paid in a timely manner. The role will also cover sickness and holidays, so a good all-round knowledge of financial administration is desirable.
Salary and benefits
- Salary based on experience
- 30 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata)
- 3 Privilege Days given by the MBA (used during festive closure week)
- Sick pay
- Pension scheme – the MBA will contribute 10% of basic salary into a defined contribution scheme with staff making a 3% minimum contribution. The MBA will match additional employee contributions up to an additional 5%
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (role dependant/min.60% on site)
- Cycle to work scheme and electronic vehicle lease scheme
- Low-cost bookable parking on site
For more information on the role please see the Job Description
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and seek talented people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives in order to enhance all that we do.
How to apply
Please email recruitment@mba.ac.uk quoting reference 0125FATASW. You will need to provide three things to apply:
- Covering letter that outlines your previous and most relevant experience and explains how and why this makes you right for the role.
- CV of education and employment history along with details of 2 referees (one must be your current employer). References will not be sought in advance.
- Confirmation of your right to live and work in the UK*. Your application will not be considered without this information.
* Sponsorship is not available for this position.
For further information, please contact Sarah Wills sarwil@mba.ac.uk / 01752 373913.
Interviews will take place 12/02/2025.