Debt Collection Finance Assistant (P2P & Income)

Working for Essex; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex County Council is seeking a Finance Assistant to support Debt Collection and the Purchase to Pay and Income teams in Chelmsford. You will input and process financial transactions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with policy and legislation.

This fixed-term role offers exposure to income management and reporting within ECC's Corporate Services. The ideal candidate has GCSE English and Maths, good communication and Excel skills, and a willingness to develop in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level including English and Maths
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Willingness to learn and develop in a finance role
• Experience with P2P/Income systems is desirable
• Ability to work flexibly in a multi-skilled team

Responsibilities

• Process and manage financial transactions in P2P and Income
• Input, check and maintain data accuracy and timeliness
• Deliver activities to meet deadlines and report risks
• Provide professional support to customers and colleagues
• Assist with basic reporting and compliance with Financial Regulations

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Excel

Data entry accuracy

Ability to interpret information

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Essex County Council is seeking a Finance Assistant to support Debt Collection and the Purchase to Pay and Income teams in Chelmsford. You will input and process financial transactions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with policy and legislation.

This fixed-term role offers exposure to income management and reporting within ECC's Corporate Services. The ideal candidate has GCSE English and Maths, good communication and Excel skills, and a willingness to develop in a collaborative,