Assistant Finance Officer
Location: Lincolnshire
Contract: Temporary (5 month initial)
Rate: £13-£15 per hour
Start date: ASAP
- Hybrid Working - 1 day in Office*
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Job Description
Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in Lincolnshire for an Assistant Finance officer to join the team on a temporary basis. This role involves providing comprehensive finance support and processing services to a diverse client base, ensuring the delivery of efficient, effective, and customer-focused service. The successful candidate will manage complex data related to various payments and assessments, adhere to local and national guidelines, and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues, service providers, and external organisations.
Main responsibilities
- Provide finance support and processing services to various clients, ensuring adherence to required KPIs and timescales.
- Manage and process complex data related to direct payments, provider payments, deferred payments, and assessments within local and national guidelines.
- Communicate effectively with outside bodies and handle routine correspondence and telephone enquiries confidentially.
- Ensure advice and services comply with local policies and national guidance.
- Participate in reviewing and updating procedures to improve service quality and consistency.
- Maintain computer and manual filing systems and use various client systems to manage records and produce reports.
- Perform administrative tasks like managing post, photocopying, word processing, and maintaining high standards of document quality.
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum one year experience in a financial environment, preferably public sector.
- Proficient in prioritising tasks, data processing with accuracy, and using Microsoft Excel for database spreadsheets.
- Effective use and maintenance of accurate records and systems.
- Recognition of the confidential nature of the work and commitment to equal opportunities and non-discriminatory practices.
- Ability to handle routine correspondence and telephone enquiries professionally and confidentially.
If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Miraj at Service Care Solutions on or email
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.