Join to apply for the Finance Support Assistant role at Somerset Council
Join to apply for the Finance Support Assistant role at Somerset Council
Some key information
* 37 hours per week Hybrid working.
* Based in Taunton
* 25 days leave
* Full time permanent position
What will I be doing?
We’re working to improve the lives of Adults in Somerset in Somerset – and you’ll be a key part of that. Your day-to-day work will involve:
* Reconciling client accounts using online banking and client database.
* Payment of invoices on behalf of the team.
* Providing Administration support as required for the team.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
We offer ongoing support, training and guidance to help you be the best you can be. But it will really help if you:
* GCSE A* - C qualifications in English and Maths (or equivalent).
* Basic knowledge of IT systems including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and databases.
* Has the ability to produce high standards of accurate work.
We’re proud to be here for the people of Somerset. And that means everyone in Somerset. An important part of this is ensuring that we are as diverse and inclusive as the people and communities we serve.
We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich our team. You can always contact the hiring manager for a chat if there’s anything you want to talk about before you apply.
What's in it for me?
We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who are passionate about the work they do to improve the lives of people in Somerset.
We offer great training and development opportunities, with supportive management. As well as this, we have some fantastic employee benefits available:
* 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.
* My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance benefits and more
Anything else I should know?
For an informal chat about the role, you can contact Adam Masters, adam.masters@somerset.gov.uk
Interviews will take place on 27th of May
The salary for this role is £24,027 - £24,404 per annum
When completing your application/CV please provide your full employment history and ensure that any gaps in employment are explained. Please start with your current or most recent employment.
If you have all the information you need, just hit the apply button - we can’t wait to hear from you.
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