Finance Officer (Transactions)

Folkestone & Hythe District Council; Folkestone; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Finance Officer to manage financial transactions and ensure accuracy in financial services. The ideal candidate will have recent experience in finance, strong organisational skills, and a confidence using Excel. Benefits include flexible working options and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Up to 31 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Discounts on shopping and entertainment

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a finance or insurance environment.
• Understanding of financial systems and basic accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Managing supplier invoices and payment runs.
• Processing Council Tax and Business Rate refunds.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
• Handling income processing and bank reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Confidence using Microsoft Office

Clear communication skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent

AAT qualification (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

Employer: Folkestone & Hythe District Council
Salary: Grade C (£25,344 - £27,399 per annum)
Location: Civic Centre, Castle Hill Avenue, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2QY / Flexible
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week
DBS Check: Yes
Closing Date: 02/10/2025 at 23:59
Reference: GF01/25/322724

Are you a finance officer with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for accuracy? Do you have recent experience in a finance team and want to work somewhere that values your contribution and supports your wellbeing and development? Join Folkestone & Hythe District Council as a Finance Officer (Transactions) and become part of a collaborative team that plays a vital role in delivering financial services that support our community.

We live by our values: Customer First, One Team, Thinking Ahead, and Performance Counts.

What Youll Be Doing

• Managing supplier invoices and payment runs
• Processing Council Tax, Business Rate, and Housing Benefit refunds
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
• Handling income processing, bank reconciliations, and journals
• Supporting insurance claims administration and transparency reporting
• Ensuring compliance with VAT and CIS legislation
• Providing system support and training to internal customers

What Were Looking For

• Recent and relevant experience in a finance or insurance environment
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Understanding of financial systems and basic accounting principles
• GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent), or proficiency through experience
• AAT qualification is desirable but not essential

Why Join Us?

• Up to 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday leave and Christmas office closure
• Flexible, hybrid and agile working options
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Family-friendly policies and wellbeing support
• Cycle to work and lease car schemes
• Discounts on shopping, entertainment and gym memberships
• Free office parking and a central location

How To Apply

Please apply online via the link provided.

Further information on this vacancy

• Finance Officer (Transactions)

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