Finance Officer

Luton Borough; Luton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Luton Borough Council is seeking a Finance Officer to support financial and administrative services within the Commissioning function. The role focuses on accurate processing, monitoring and reporting of financial information to back operational and strategic goals.

The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues and external partners to manage contracts, SLAs and financial controls, ensuring value for money and delivery of agreed outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial and administrative support across the commissioning function.
• Process, monitor and report on financial information to support operational and strategic objectives.
• Assist with contract and SLA administration and review.
• Maintain robust financial controls and ensure value for money.

Job description

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Job Introduction

Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 a year pro rata
Hours: 18.5 hours a week
Contract : Permanent

Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.

What You’ll be doing
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Officer to support the effective delivery of financial and administrative services across the Commissioning function. This role is responsible for undertaking a broad range of financial duties, ensuring the accurate processing, monitoring, and reporting of financial information to support operational and strategic objectives.

Working closely with colleagues and stakeholders, the Finance Officer will play a key role in the production, administration, monitoring, and review of contracts and service level agreements. The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining robust financial controls, supporting contract compliance, and helping to ensure commissioned services deliver value for money and achieve agreed outcomes.

What we’re looking for
We are looking for a motivated and approachable Finance Officer to join our team and support the delivery of high-quality financial services. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, building positive relationships, and making a positive impact.

As a Finance Officer, you will provide financial and administrative support, working closely with colleagues, service areas, and external partners. You will manage a varied workload, respond to enquiries, produce professional correspondence, and maintain high standards of accuracy while meeting deadlines.

You will have strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills, with the ability to interpret information, use your initiative, and work effectively within established procedures. A commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and delivering accessible services is essential.

About Us
Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.

The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?

Application Process
Applicants for this public-facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse, and provide effective help or advice, fluently in spoken English

On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received.