Finance Assistant

Adecco; Dorchester; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Professional development

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting for a Finance Officer to support Dorset Police at their headquarters in Winfrith, Dorchester. This temporary role offers hybrid working and a 37-hour week.

You will handle central purchasing, exchequer activities, payments, and financial controls while liaising with internal and external stakeholders in a dynamic Alliance Finance Department.

Qualifications

• Strong financial administration experience required.
• Experience with purchasing and supplier management.
• Proficiency in financial software and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Source purchasing requests and ensure timely fulfilment.
• Process invoices accurately and manage payments.
• Maintain financial records and assist audits.
• Support inventory and cash handling procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Financial software

Tools

Finance software

Job description

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Finance Officer to work within the Dorset Police at their headquarters in Winfrith, Dorchester

Location: Winfrith Dorchester
Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: 13.08 per hour
Working Pattern: Full Time 37 hours per week Monday to Friday, Hybrid

Are you an enthusiastic finance professional looking for a new challenge? Join our client's dynamic Alliance Finance Department as a Finance Officer! This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to essential financial operations while enjoying a supportive work environment.

About the Role:
As a Finance Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in central purchasing and exchequer activities for the Alliance. Your responsibilities will include sourcing goods and services, processing payments, managing financial transactions, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. You'll be the go‑to expert for purchasing advice and will work closely with various internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Source purchasing requests and ensure timely fulfilment.
• Liaise with suppliers and customers to manage consumables efficiently.
• Process invoices accurately and within specified timescales.
• Maintain financial records and ensure value for money in all purchasing activities.
• Administer the receipt of goods and update inventory as per regulations.
• Manage outstanding debts and monitor finances to keep them healthy.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Handle cash collections and banking transactions with utmost integrity.

What We're Looking For

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong administrative skills with a focus on accuracy in financial tasks.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workloads effectively.
• Experience with financial software and computer skills.
• A track record of trust and responsibility in finance or purchasing.

Why Join Us

Hybrid Working: Enjoy flexibility in your work arrangement.
Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and training in finance.
Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team committed to excellence.

Join us and be part of a team that values your expertise and dedication!

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.