Salary range £27,161-£31,812 per annum
Grade SH04
Contract Permanent
Location Surrey Heath House, Knoll Road, Camberley & remote
Join Surrey Heath Borough Council and be part of an organisation who is committed to delivery through meaningful community engagement and excellent customer service. We have a friendly and supportive staff culture with people who want to help make a real difference in our community for everyone that lives and works here. We welcome a culture of innovation and creativity by welcoming new ideas from everyone.
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed and well‑organised team player to join our Finance Transactions & Systemsteam in delivering a professional and exceptional service to our suppliers, customers and the public.
Your main role will be to provide fast and accurate processing, recording and posting of the Council’s transactions and ensuring that debts and invoices are paid promptly. You will also be involved in proper accounting for VAT, administering credit card and procurement card programmes and ensuring that reconciliations are completed.
About You
Ideally you will hold an AAT or equivalent accountancy qualification and have an understanding of Local Government Services and Regulations. Although not essential, experience of the Civicafinancialsystem would be an advantage. However, training and support will be provided for the successful candidate.
You must be reliable, confident and have the ability to prioritise and work under pressure. You will have experience of dealing with customers and have excellent customer care skills.
Additional Information
We are committed to providing a healthy work‑life balance for our employees, with hybrid working and other flexible working arrangements on offer. A laptop will be provided for your role. We offer a generous benefits package including a minimum of 23 days’ annual leave rising to 28 days after 5 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, a generous local government pension scheme, free parking for all employees and payment of a professional membership fee. As well as subsidised gym membership at our local Places Leisure Centre and great savings from supermarkets, shopping, cycle to work schemes and holidays via the My Staff Shop scheme.
Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
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