Job Title: Controls Officer
Hours: 37 per week
Location: County Hall, Hertford (with hybrid working)
Contract Type: Temp with a possible extension
Duration: 5 Months
- *An Interesting Opportunity Awaits!**
We are thrilled to announce a new opening for a **Controls Officer** to join our spirted Controls team in Hertford. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to and shape our approach to back-office financing during a transformative period.
We are seeking hardworking, organized, and self-motivated individuals to collaborate with the Team Leader in Financial Transactions. As a key player in our team, you will support the HR/Payroll and Income & Debt Teams, ensuring smooth and efficient financial operations.
- *Purpose of the Role**
As a Controls Officer, you will focus on various high-level responsibilities, including but not limited to:
- Preparing and processing monthly and end-of-year payments.
- Preparing and filing monthly and end-of-year returns.
- Performing general ledger account reconciliation and reporting.
- Investigating and rectifying unknown postings.
- Providing support and acting as a helpline to our stakeholders.
- *Challenges and Opportunities**
In this role, you will:
- Produce payments and returns for our pension schemes.
- Conduct general ledger account reconciliation and reporting.
- Support audits and ensure compliance.
- Adhere to strict deadlines and maintain high standards of accuracy.
- *Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)**
Your performance will be measured by your ability to:
- Deliver timely and accurate payments and returns.
- Maintain thorough and precise account reconciliations.
- Support and facilitate successful audits.
- Meet all associated deadlines and complete tasks efficiently.
- *Technical Skills & Qualifications**
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A solid understanding of financial applications.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Grade 5 and above in Maths and English.
- Proficiency in IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word, and Teams. Experience with SAP is preferable but not essential.
- *Why Join Us?**
This is an exciting time to be part of a team embarking on significant transformation. You will have the opportunity to shape the delivery of our services and make a meaningful impact on our financial operations. If you are looking for a role where you can grow and contribute to a forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you!
- *Apply now** to be a part of our trans formative journey and help us build a better future for our community.
Inventum's approach to equity, diversity & inclusion
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Inventum's approach to job applictions
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