Finance Officer

Finance Officer
Location: London
Contract: Temporary (3-month initial)
Rate: 20.00 per hour umbrella 18.13 per hour PAYE inclusive 16.18 per hour PAYE exclusive
Start Date: ASAP
Hybrid Working

Job Description
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in London for a Finance Officer to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will be responsible for the administration of financial processes and support systems used within the Cash Management Team, providing support to service areas and management on accounts receivable/payable in relation to technical, operational, and financial management matters.

Main Responsibilities

1. Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
2. Process and reconcile daily banking transactions.
3. Verify and post receipts and payments in the accounting system.
4. Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations.
5. Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
6. Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
7. Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial policies and procedures are followed.

Candidate Criteria

1. Minimum of 2 years experience in an Accounts Payable/Receivable role in a Local Authority or similar environment.
2. Strong understanding of financial principles and ERP systems; experience in Oracle Fusion applications is desirable.
3. Experience in cash management, including banking and reconciliations.
4. Great communication skills with the ability to work well on own initiative as well as part of a team.