Financial Administrator

Financial Processes Officer

• Annual Salary: £30,756 - £34,011 pro-rata (inclusive of outer fringe allowance)
• Location: Hybrid (minimum 1 day in office per week)
• Job Type: Part-time, Maternity Cover (up to 12 months)
• Working Hours: 15.5 hours per week

We are seeking a Financial Processes Officer to join our clients Financial Services team on a maternity cover basis. This role offers flexible working hours and the opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to managing a variety of financial activities including banking, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Deliver a broad range of financial activities with a primary focus on banking.
• Work collaboratively with other Financial Processes Officers to support various areas and meet the team's objectives.
• Ensure accurate allocation of income to appropriate accounts using the Council's financial system.
• Import and process bank files, files from different portals, and manage cash and cheques via the financial system.
• Handle queries related to banking/income matters via phone, email, or face-to-face interactions with colleagues across the Council.
• Must be able to work Fridays

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a financial environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle face-to-face and telephone queries effectively.
• Strong prioritisation skills to meet competing deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in using financial systems and processing financial transactions.
• The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with annual increments subject to satisfactory service.
• Flexible working hours with hybrid working options.
• Part of an organisation that values collaboration, openness, responsibility, and excellence.

To apply for the Financial Processes Officer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.