Finance Officer
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- England,South East,Kent,Maidstone
- Full Time, Temporary
- £15 per hour, inc benefits
Job Description:
Full job descriptionFinance Officer
Location: Medway (Hybrid Working Available)
Contract: 4 Months Initially
Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (DOE)
Sector: Local Government / Education & SEND
Start Date: ASAP
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Finance Officer to join a busy Education & SEND team within a well-established local authority based in Medway. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong administrative and financial processing experience to support a high-performing service during a period of increased demand.
This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, combining office-based and remote working.
Key Responsibilities
*Support the Business and Finance function across Education & SEND services.
*Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and transaction data.
*Process and reconcile invoices, ensuring timely settlement.
*Assist with budget monitoring and preparation of financial reports.
*Update and monitor performance, activity and savings data.
*Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies and anomalies.
*Provide administrative support to the wider division as required.
*Liaise with internal departments, schools and external stakeholders.
*Ensure compliance with financial procedures, GDPR and organisational policies.
Candidate Requirements
Essential
*GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
*Previous experience providing finance and administrative support within a busy environment.
*Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
*Excellent organisational skills with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
*Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines.
*Strong written and verbal communication skills.
*Ability to work independently and use initiative when resolving issues.
Desirable
*Experience working within Local Government, Education or Public Sector environments.
*Knowledge of financial systems and basic accounting principles.
*NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent qualification.
*Advanced Excel skills including formulas and reporting.
*Experience supporting budget monitoring and financial reporting processes.
What’s on Offer?
*Initial 4-month contract with potential extension.
*Hybrid working arrangement.
*Opportunity to gain valuable public sector experience.
*Immediate start available.
*Supportive team environment.
Location: Medway (Hybrid Working Available)
Contract: 4 Months Initially
Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (DOE)
Sector: Local Government / Education & SEND
Start Date: ASAP
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Finance Officer to join a busy Education & SEND team within a well-established local authority based in Medway. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong administrative and financial processing experience to support a high-performing service during a period of increased demand.
This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, combining office-based and remote working.
Key Responsibilities
*Support the Business and Finance function across Education & SEND services.
*Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and transaction data.
*Process and reconcile invoices, ensuring timely settlement.
*Assist with budget monitoring and preparation of financial reports.
*Update and monitor performance, activity and savings data.
*Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies and anomalies.
*Provide administrative support to the wider division as required.
*Liaise with internal departments, schools and external stakeholders.
*Ensure compliance with financial procedures, GDPR and organisational policies.
Candidate Requirements
Essential
*GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
*Previous experience providing finance and administrative support within a busy environment.
*Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
*Excellent organisational skills with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
*Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines.
*Strong written and verbal communication skills.
*Ability to work independently and use initiative when resolving issues.
Desirable
*Experience working within Local Government, Education or Public Sector environments.
*Knowledge of financial systems and basic accounting principles.
*NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent qualification.
*Advanced Excel skills including formulas and reporting.
*Experience supporting budget monitoring and financial reporting processes.
What’s on Offer?
*Initial 4-month contract with potential extension.
*Hybrid working arrangement.
*Opportunity to gain valuable public sector experience.
*Immediate start available.
*Supportive team environment.
Job number 3955917
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