Overview
Job Title: Finance and Business Support Assistant
Reference: 000A 5CB3 / 1
Salary: £13.34 per hour (PAYE)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Role length: 6 months
Job type: Hybrid
Location: Bolton, BL1 1RU
Contract Type: Interim
What the Client is Looking For
Bolton Council is seeking a Finance and Business Support Assistant with strong financial administration skills and a proven track record of using Oracle systems.
* Has solid experience of Oracle, both system use and understanding
* Is familiar with Council governance, procurement, and financial regulations
* Can maintain accurate financial records and manage complex financial processes
* Is organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable working to deadlines in a busy environment
* Strong communication skills are essential, as you will be liaising with suppliers, project managers, and finance teams on a regular basis.
The Role
As a Finance and Business Support Assistant, you will provide comprehensive financial and administrative support to the Corporate Property Team. You will play a key role in managing capital project finances, ensuring compliance with Council governance and procurement rules, and supporting budget monitoring and reporting. This is a great opportunity to apply your financial administration experience and Oracle expertise in a fast-paced local government setting, contributing to essential Council projects and services.
Key Responsibilities
* Raise and process Purchase Orders (POs) in Oracle in line with Council procurement rules
* Process and validate supplier invoices against POs and contracts
* Maintain accurate financial records for capital projects, including commitments and accruals
* Support budget monitoring, forecasting, and reporting for capital projects
* Assist with financial returns and audit requirements
* Liaise with suppliers, project managers, and finance teams to resolve queries
* Ensure compliance with Council governance, financial regulations, and procurement policies
* Maintain clear documentation and filing systems for audit and governance purposes
* Provide administrative support for capital project meetings, including minute-taking and report collation
How to Apply
Submit your CV and cover letter – we would love to hear from you!
If you do not hear from us within three working days, unfortunately your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion. Thank you for your interest in working with us.
Please quote the Job Title & Vacancy Reference No. in your application, or we will be unable to match your CV to the role being applied for.
Anticipated Length of Assignment: Unless otherwise stated (we do carry the occasional permanent vacancy) all of our roles are technically temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
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Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary.
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