Corporate Services & Finance Support Officer (Russian-speaking)

About the role

The British Embassy in Moscow is recruiting a Corporate Services & Finance Support Officer (Administrative Officer, AO level) to join its Corporate Services Team. The post supports the financial and administrative operations of the Embassy, offering exposure to financial administration, customer service, stakeholder engagement and corporate controls. It suits someone developing skills during an overseas posting, returning to work after a career break, or building transferable experience.

Key responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and payments accurately and on time
• Manage Purchase Orders from amendments and extensions to closure of outstanding commitments
• Coordinate invoicing and cost recovery for external stakeholders and partners, including the Canadian Embassy and PAGs
• Administer staff charges and other receivables
• Operate and reconcile the Embassy Cash Office in line with corporate controls
• Maintain financial records and support compliance with financial procedures
• Monitor exchange rates and prepare Cash in Transit documentation
• Prepare, submit and track VAT and residence insurance refund claims
• Maintain bank signatory mandates and support UK-based staff with bank account opening
• Improve finance and administrative processes and contribute to wider Corporate Services priorities

Required profile

• C1-level written and spoken English and Russian
• Pre-existing legal status to live and work in Russia; the Embassy does not sponsor visas or work permits
• Desirable: experience processing payments, invoices and reconciliations, and using Excel formulas and spreadsheets
• Desirable: experience with finance, accounting or corporate systems and in a government, diplomatic or international setting

Required skills

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Word and Excel
• Numeracy and accuracy with records
• Organisation, attention to detail and customer service skills

What we offer

• Permanent, full-time contract of 35 hours per week, with a monthly salary of RUB 119,700 gross, paid 13 times a year
• Performance-related pay, learning and development, and private medical cover including dentistry
• On-site facilities including cafeteria, bar, gym, tennis court, squash court and swimming pool
• Training in financial administration, corporate governance, Microsoft 365 and digital/AI tools
• Background check and security clearance required