Finance Officer (Fees & Systems)
The Royal Academy of Music Closing date: Thu, 19 Nov 2026
- Part time
- £25k-£30k
Mon, 02 Nov 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
The Finance Department is responsible for processing the Academy's financial transactions and maintaining the integrity of the General Ledger. The work of the department encompasses a broad range of financial activities, reflecting the requirements of a specialist Higher Education institution.
We are seeking a finance professional with a strong background in financial reconciliations and accounts administration. The role reports to the Finance Manager - Financial Control & Systems and provides administrative and financial support in relation to student tuition fees, bursaries, scholarships and associated funding arrangements.
More information and an online application are available on https://www.ram.ac.uk/jobs.
Completed applications must be received by 23.59 (midnight) on Thursday 19 November 2026.
Interviews are expected to take place on-site on Thursday 26 November 2026.
The Academy accepts applications from non-UK citizens who have the right to work in the UK. Please note that the Academy is unable to provide a certificate of sponsorship for this role, as this role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker visa.
Enquiries or applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
The Academy is committed to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of all students.
The Academy values diversity and welcomes your application.
Job Requirements
You will have a track record of maintaining financial records, reconciling accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies and providing high-quality services to a range of stakeholders. You will be confident using Excel and finance systems, with a strong ability to learn new software quickly. Experience using systems such as Xledger and Quercus, student finance, or working within Higher Education is welcome, but equivalent administrative and financial experience from other sectors is equally valued.
Job Responsibilities
The role reports to the Finance Manager - Financial Control & Systems and provides administrative and financial support in relation to student tuition fees, bursaries, scholarships and associated funding arrangements. The role assists in ensuring that student income is accurately recorded, reconciled and maintained across the Academy's finance and student systems.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Finance Officer (Fees & Systems)
- Salary: £25k-£30k
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Music
- Role: Finance
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Thu, 19 Nov 2026
- Contact name: Royal Academy of Music
- Contact email: [email protected]
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Job: Finance Officer (Fees & Systems)
Job: Finance Officer (Fees & Systems)
Organisation: The Royal Academy of Music
Postcode: NW1 5HT
Contact Details
- Contact name: Royal Academy of Music
- Contact email: [email protected]
About The Royal Academy of Music
The Royal Academy of Music is a creative and vibrant workplace with a diverse mix of students and staff from over 60 countries. We are firmly focused on developing tomorrow’s musical leaders in a number of disciplines, including Classical Performance, Composition, Opera, Jazz, and Musical Theatre. Integral to the musical training we offer is the opportunity to perform; in an average year, the Academy runs a vibrant programme of around 500 events.