Cash Officer – Exchequer Finance Assistant

Neway International Ltd; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized financial services provider is seeking a Cash Officer – Exchequer Finance Assistant to join the team at Somerset Council, located in Taunton, England. This role involves processing financial transactions, administering financial schemes, and providing expert guidance on finance queries. Candidates should have experience in finance administration or cashiering, a strong knowledge of AP/AR processes, and excellent communication skills. Flexibility is offered with 1 day on-site and 4 days remote per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance administration or cashiering roles.
• Knowledge of AP/AR processes and financial regulations.
• Ability to work independently and manage varied tasks accurately.

Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Cashiering.
• Act as a local point of contact for finance queries.
• Administer financial schemes such as Purchasing Cards and Petty Cash.

Skills

Finance administration experience

Knowledge of AP/AR processes

Strong IT skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Dynamics D365

Job description

Neway International are seeking a Cash Officer – Exchequer Finance Assistant to join our client, Somerset Council. Location: The Crescent, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY. Hours: 37 per week (1 day office, 4 remote – flexible). Start Date: 05 January 2026. Duration: 14 weeks (until end of March/beginning of April). Pay Rates: £13.05 per hour PAYE / £17.24 per hour Umbrella.

About the Client

Somerset Council’s Finance & Procurement directorate is committed to delivering efficient, compliant, and high‑quality financial services. The Exchequer & Systems Development team plays a vital role in supporting the council’s financial operations and ensuring robust processes across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Cashiering functions.

The Role

As Cash Officer – Exchequer Finance Assistant, you will join the Cashiers Team to process financial transactions, administer schemes, and provide advice to staff, suppliers, and customers. This role requires accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work flexibly across systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cashiering, and Master Data
• Act as a local point of contact for finance queries, providing advice and guidance on AP/AR, cash handling, and financial regulations
• Administer financial schemes such as Purchasing Cards, Petty Cash, Construction Industry Scheme, and controlled stationery
• Monitor compliance with corporate processes and authorisation standards
• Contribute to the development and testing of financial systems including Dynamics D365 and Income Management System (IMS)
• Propose and implement solutions to financial process issues and regulatory changes
• Maintain accurate information on finance systems and spreadsheets
• Uphold equality, diversity, inclusion, and health & safety standards in all work

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in finance administration or cashiering roles
• Knowledge of AP/AR processes and financial regulations
• Strong IT skills, including use of financial systems and spreadsheets
• Ability to work independently and manage varied tasks accurately
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience with Dynamics D365 or similar financial systems desirable