Accounts Payable Finance Officer Location: Central London Contract: Temporary (3 months) Salary: £24.54 umbrella / £22.14 PAYE Inclusive / £19.75 PAYE Exclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: rachel.burgess@servicecare.org.uk Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Central London for a Finance Officer to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will support the processing and reconciliation of funding payments to schools. Key Responsibilities Processing funding and supplier payments accurately and within agreed timescales Maintaining and updating SAP records, financial data, and payment schedules, reconciling accounts and investigating discrepancies. Communicating with schools regarding payments, queries, and financial information. Supporting reporting and administrative finance tasks as required, and ensuring compliance with financial procedures and audit requirements Candidate Criteria 2 years’ experience in a finance role within local authority or school setting Knowledgeable on IT, including Excel and with minimum 1 year experience using SAP Effective communicator and ability to build positive working relationships Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with ability to manage workloads and prioritise tasks effectively If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who could be, please contact Rachel at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email rachel.burgess@servicecare.org.uk Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed