Finance Assistant – 3 Month Contract

Summary

Responsibilities

• Create and oversee purchase orders.
  


• Handle invoice processing and address supplier inquiries.
  


• Keep accurate financial records and documentation.
  


• Assist in budget monitoring and financial reporting tasks.
  


• Serve as a primary contact for finance-related questions from Children's Services.
  


• Aid budget holders in navigating financial management systems.
  


• Ensure adherence to Financial Regulations, policies, and procedures.
  


• Analyze and extract financial data from management systems.
  


• Provide financial information and reporting support to Business Partners.
  


• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and various finance projects.
  


• Foster positive relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders.
  

Essential

• Proven experience in finance, accounts, or financial administration roles.
  


• Proficiency in processing purchase orders and invoices.
  


• Competence in maintaining financial records and systems.
  


• Strong numerical and analytical capabilities.
  


• Proficient IT skills, particularly with finance or data systems.
  


• Keen attention to detail and accuracy.
  


• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
  


• Capability to organize workloads and adhere to deadlines.
  


• Solid educational background, including proficiency in Maths and English.
  

Desirable

• Experience in Local Government or the Public Sector.
  


• Familiarity with local authority financial procedures and regulations.
  


• Experience in supporting budget monitoring and financial analysis.
  


• Understanding of Children's Services funding or placement processes.
  


• AAT Level 2/3 qualification or willingness to pursue it.
  


• Experience with procurement and supplier management processes.
  

What's on Offer?

• £17.24 per hour
  


• 3 Month Contract
  


• Hybrid Working
  


• Minimum 1 Office Day Per Week
  


• Location: Taunton, Somerset
  


• Bi-weekly Pay
  


• Opportunity to join a supportive Finance & Procurement team.
  


• A diverse role combining transactional finance, financial administration, and reporting.
  


• Excellent opportunity for Finance Assistants, Accounts Assistants, Finance Administrators, Purchase Ledger Clerks, or Finance Officers.