Brokerage Assistant / Children's Finance Assistant

Confidential; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Brokerage Assistant to support the Brokerage and Finance Business Intelligence Officer in delivering essential financial administration for Children’s Services. The role involves processing payments, reconciling systems, and assisting with procurement and data collations in Havering.

The position requires strong numeracy, excellent communication, and advanced Excel skills, with familiarity of ContrOCC/Oracle Fusion being a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A commitment to providing exceptional service to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in a financial environment; familiarity with systems like ContrOCC/Oracle Fusion is a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to develop and use macros.

Responsibilities

• Provide integrated financial administration for Children’s Services, ensuring compliance with financial frameworks.
• Process timely payments to providers, suppliers, and staff, supporting uninterrupted service delivery.
• Reconcile service-based systems with the Council's general ledger.
• Assist with the management of procurement cards and collate data for service grants.
• Monitor service requests to ensure prompt resolution.

Skills

Numeracy

Communication

Service orientation

Excel skills

Tools

ContrOCC

Oracle Fusion

Job description

Job Title: Brokerage Assistant /Childrens Finance Assistant

Location: Havering,

Contract Type: Temporary - initially 3 months
Rate: £16.84 per hour
DBS Required: Yes (Basic)

1 day a week in the office 4 days work from home

Are you ready to dive into the dynamic world of finance within Children's Services? Our client is seeking a motivated Brokerage Assistant to support the Brokerage and Finance Business Intelligence Officer in delivering essential financial administration. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of services that directly impact our community!

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide integrated financial administration for Children's Services, ensuring compliance with financial frameworks.
• Process timely payments to providers, suppliers, and staff, supporting uninterrupted service delivery.
• Reconcile service-based systems with the Council's general ledger.
• Assist with the management of procurement cards and collate data for service grants.
• Monitor service requests to ensure prompt resolution.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong numeracy skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A commitment to providing exceptional service to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in a financial environment; familiarity with systems like ContrOCC/Oracle Fusion is a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to develop and use macros.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive team dedicated to improving financial processes.
• Gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Embrace change and contribute to the future of Children's Services.

Flexibility is key! Some evening meetings may be required. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all applicants to apply.