AR Officer (Exchequer Finance Assistant)

Somerset Council; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Taunton seeks a Financial Transaction Supervisor to ensure the accurate processing of financial transactions. This permanent role involves liaising with budget holders and providing guidance on financial queries. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of exchequer processes and a minimum of GCSEs, with an AAT qualification preferred. Generous benefits include flexible working arrangements and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Staff discounts in gyms

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Knowledge of exchequer processes and financial regulations.
• Experience of working with transactional processes.
• Ability to deal with queries professionally.

Responsibilities

• Record financial transactions accurately and timely.
• Liaise with budget holders and handle queries.
• Contribute to the development of financial processes.

Skills

Knowledge of exchequer processes

Experience with transactional processes

Good communication skills

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

AAT qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

25 days' annual leave (pro rata for 25 hours). Permanent position for 25 hours per week. An important role is available at Somerset Council to help supervise the processing of our financial transactions.

What you will be doing

Working as part of our Council's Exchequer Team, you'll be responsible for the accurate and timely recording of transactions once they are processed, using our internal finance systems. You'll keep up to date with financial regulations and follow key internal processes. You'll contribute to the development of these processes and propose solutions to any problems encountered. You will be a known point of contact for administrative and financial queries, providing advice and guidance to colleagues, suppliers and customers. You will liaise with important budget holders on transactions and you may also deal with internal and external auditors. There will be plenty to get involved in, with opportunities for self-development within an important Council service. If you think this is the step for you, we'd love for you to get in touch. We are proud to be here for the people of Somerset, and that means everyone in Somerset.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich our team.

Knowledge, experience and qualifications

• Knowledge of exchequer processes and financial regulations.
• Experience of working with transactional processes, as well as dealing with customers.
• Good communication skills with an ability to deal with queries and requests in a professional manner.
• GCSEs are the minimum requirement for this role. An AAT qualification or equivalent would be desirable but not essential.

Benefits and additional information

• We offer great training and development opportunities, with supportive management.
• We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home.
• Generous annual leave allowance, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave.
• Staff discounts in gyms.
• Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee wellbeing services.
• Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme and optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme.
• A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work and health screenings.
• My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance benefits and more.
• Salary for this role: £17,016 - £17,560 per annum for 25 hours per week.