Senior Research Finance Officer

The Senior Research Finance Officer provides high-quality post-award financial management and reporting support across a portfolio of research projects, with a particular focus on year-end activities, reconciliations, funder claims, invoicing, and financial compliance.The role is responsible for ensuring that research project finances are accurately maintained throughout the year, with robust controls at month-end and year-end to support statutory reporting, audits, and funder requirements. The post holder plays a key role in cash-flow management through the timely submission of claims and invoices and supports departments and investigators by offering clear financial advice and problem resolution.Role information:Job title: Senior Research Finance OfficerHourly rate: £31.98 PAYE inclusive of holiday payLocation: TootingKey ResponsibilitiesResearch Portfolio ManagementTake ownership of a defined portfolio of research grants and contracts, ensuring accurate financial management from account set-up through to close-down.Act as the main finance contact for Principal Investigators and departmental staff for all post-award financial matters.Monitor project spend against budget, identifying risks, variances, and corrective actions early.Year-End and Period-End Financial SupportLead and support year-end and month-end processes for research accounts, ensuring deadlines are met and balances are accurate.Prepare and review accruals, prepayments, and deferred income relating to ..... full job details .....