Cedar is seeking a detail-oriented Research Finance Manager to join a rapidly growing, dynamic department within an esteemed higher education institute in the South East. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering the department's grant and funding administration, ensuring compliance with funding regulations and supporting with budget setting and financial advice.

Rate: £22 - £28 per hour (Inside IR35)

Location: South East

Hybrid Pattern: 2-3 days on site per week

Contract Length: 3 months

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and implementation of strategies and processes to facilitate enhancements to research income and outputs within the department
• Spearhead grant and funding administration and general management of ongoing and pending research projects.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and funding agency regulations.
• Oversee the deliverance of financial data on funding costs and proposals.
• Collaborate with Principal Investigators on the preparation of funding applications.
• Review proposal budgets and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Ensure the relevant administration for new awards is completed accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor expenditure against grant budget and provide post-award support.

Requirements

• Educated to degree level equivalent.
• Solid knowledge of research funding processes within a Higher Education institute or similar.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and online financial systems.