About The Role We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Accountancy Assistant to join us. The main purpose of the role is to ensure the accurate and timely recording of cash receipts for the organisations supported by Publica, always maintaining a clear and up-to-date information. You will work closely with colleagues across Finance and other departments to investigate and resolve unidentifiable cash receipts, using good judgement and clear communication to query and resolve issues. You will be identifying and processing data that has not been captured through automated interface files or has been rejected by the system, ensuring all income is correctly accounted for. The role also includes supporting both internal and external audit requirements and contributing to the ongoing improvement and development of services offered by Publica. At month end, you will be involved in bank reconciliation work, to ensure that all data has been recorded. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with financial data, values accuracy, and wants to be part of a collaborative team delivering essential financial services. You will need Qualifications equivalent to NVQ level 1 or GCSE in Maths and English Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships Natural and engaging style of communication Ability to apply good judgement and query issues where appropriate Experience in a similar role, working with financial systems For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. Special Conditions There may be a requirement to work at other Publica Group (Support) Ltd and/or client locations to meet the needs of the business You will be expected to work reasonable additional hours in line with the needs of the service Full UK Driving License and access to a car to be used for work purposes Your role will require a Baseline Personnel Security Standard Check (BPSS) What we can do for you Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice Renewed again for another year there is a health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of up to 7% of your earnings Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary Watch our new 'What is Publica' video to see why its great to join us! About The Organisation You will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is committed to meeting its statutory and moral duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people under 18 years of age and adults at risk who are the recipients of its services and/or activities. Publica is a unique place to work, established to transform the way local services are delivered, fundamentally rethinking the way our services are designed and delivered in a digital era, making us a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs.