Reading Borough Council is seeking a proactive and skilled Finance Officer to join our Legal Services team for 6 months. The role is hybrid - with a requirement to be in the Civic Offices in Reading for 2 days a week. About the Role As Finance Officer, you will play a key role in managing financial processes, ensuring compliance with financial controls, and supporting budget management and forecasting. You will work closely with the Legal Operations Analyst and other stakeholders to produce accurate financial reports, manage billing and payments, and support supplier and contract management. Key Responsibilities Produce and reconcile financial reports using corporate finance and legal case management systems Manage billing processes and ensure timely invoicing Support budget forecasting and expenditure monitoring Lead income tracking and reporting for the Corporate Legal Team Undertake Procure to Pay (P2P) processes and manage supplier payments Prepare quotes, internal recharges, and ad-hoc financial reports Ensure compliance with Visa Purchasing card policies About You We're looking for someone with: A good general education (5 GCSEs including Maths and English) NVQ Level 3 in finance or equivalent experience Experience in a finance or public sector environment Strong IT and financial reporting skills Excellent time management and the ability to work independently and collaboratively