Finance Officer

Shou; Benfleet; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Officer for a fixed-term position. In this role, you will process financial transactions, assist with budget monitoring, and support financial reporting. The ideal candidate should possess strong numeracy skills, proficiency in Excel, and excellent organizational abilities. This is a valuable opportunity to gain experience in public sector finance within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Valuable experience in public sector finance

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with budget monitoring and reporting.
• Support the preparation of financial statements.
• Respond to financial queries from staff and external stakeholders.

Skills

Strong numeracy skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in financial software

Excellent organisational skills

Good communication skills

Job description

We're looking for a detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our team on a fixed-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in local government finance or return to work after a career break.

Key Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions and maintain accurate records
• Assist with budget monitoring and reporting
• Support the preparation of financial statements
• Respond to financial queries from staff and external stakeholders

Requirements

• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Competitive hourly rate
• Valuable experience in public sector finance
• Supportive team environment

Interested candidates should send their CV and a brief cover letter explaining their suitability for the role to [e-mail]. Please specify which position you are applying for in the subject line.

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