HAYS – Payroll & Finance Officer – Temporary to Permanent opportunity – offering hybrid and flexible hours Your new company This public sector organisation, based in Manchester, offers a dynamic finance team environment with hybrid working arrangements (minimum 40% office-based). The role is a 3-month appointment with a 36-hour work week, and flexible options including part-time. Your new role The successful candidate will support core finance operations, including invoice processing, payroll administration, reconciliations, and supplier setup. Responsibilities also include managing the Finance Helpdesk inbox, maintaining expense systems, supporting audits, and assisting with reporting. As the team’s data champion, they will ensure policies and intranet content remain up to date. What you'll need to succeed Experienced in financial operations, ideally within the public sector Proficient in finance systems and payroll processes Highly organised with strong attention to detail Effective communicator, able to explain finance processes to non-finance colleagues Capable of working independently and collaboratively *VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED IN THIS ROLE; YOU MUST HAVE UK-BASED WORK EXPERIENCE within the above areas. What you'll get in return Flexible working arrangements Exposure to a wide range of finance and payroll duties Supportive team culture Opportunity to contribute to meaningful public sector work, civil service pension and excellent holidays What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Queenie.Ng@hays.com, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4737931