Overview
25 days annual leave (pro rata for 25 hours). Permanent position for 25 hours per week. An important role is available at Somerset Council to help supervise the processing of our financial transactions.
What you will be doing
Working as part of our Councils Exchequer Team, youll be responsible for the accurate and timely recording of transactions once they are processed, using our internal finance systems. Youll keep up to date with financial regulations and follow key internal processes. Youll contribute to the development of these processes and propose solutions to any problems encountered. You will be a known point of contact for administrative and financial queries, providing advice and guidance to colleagues, suppliers and customers. You will liaise with important budget holders on transactions and you may also deal with internal and external auditors. There will be plenty to get involved in, with opportunities for self-development within an important Council service. If you think this is the step for you, wed love for you to get in touch. We are proud to be here for the people of Somerset, and that means everyone in Somerset.
We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich our team.
Knowledge, experience and qualifications
* Knowledge of exchequer processes and financial regulations.
* Experience of working with transactional processes, as well as dealing with customers.
* Good communication skills with an ability to deal with queries and requests in a professional manner.
* GCSEs are the minimum requirement for this role. An AAT qualification or equivalent would be desirable but not essential.
Benefits and additional information
* We offer great training and development opportunities, with supportive management.
* We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home.
* Generous annual leave allowance, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave.
* Staff discounts in gyms.
* Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee wellbeing services.
* Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme and optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme.
* A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work and health screenings.
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* Salary for this role: £17,016 - £17,560 per annum for 25 hours per week.
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