What's involved with this role:
JOB TITLE: Finance Officer - Children's Services
REF: Bournemouth 5280325
Pay rate: £16.35 per hour PAYE
Contract Type: Temporary, Anticipated 3 months
Working Arrangement: Assume office based
Basic DBS check
In order to apply for this role you will have experience of explaining contractual and financial requirements in a clear manner to members of the public, along with knowledge of generic financial regulations and payment terms. Previous finance experience ideally in a local authority. Excellent customer service skills.
The role:
On behalf of a local council, we are seeking a Finance & Administration Officer, within a Children’s Commissioning and Contracts Finance Team, to provide finance and administrative support to the team.
You will ensure the accurate, efficient and timely payments for children’s services are administered via a range of payment methods including bespoke children’s payment systems, by liaising closely with internal colleagues and Service Providers.
You will also provide support to finance colleagues in the areas of SEND, CHAD and Direct Payments.
Key Responsibilities
Support the administering of regular and ad hoc payments through bespoke finance systems.
Investigate finance queries from internal colleagues and Service Providers in a professional and timely manner.
Provide administrative support to the Senior Finance Officers and Direct Payments Support Officer, including maintaining databases and spreadsheets.
What the client is looking for:
Previous finance experience ideally in a local authority
Experience of explaining contractual and financial requirements in a clear manner to members of the public
Knowledge of generic financial regulations and payment terms
Ability to provide support to finance colleagues in the areas of SEND, CHAD and Direct Payments.
A-level qualifications (or equivalent)
Ability to raise queries and follow through to outcome
Diplomatic and able to deal effectively with potentially difficult situations including excellent customer service skills
Willingness to work flexibly and thrive in a pressured environment.
How to Apply
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Job Ref: Bournemouth 5280325
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