Public Finance Officer — Hybrid & Growth Opportunity

Gateshead Regeneration Partnership; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent pension scheme

28–32 days annual leave

Flexible working hours

Hybrid & flexible working

Learning & development

Health & wellbeing support

Cycle to work

Electric & hybrid car scheme

Discounts via VIVUP

Job summary

Gateshead Council is seeking a Finance Officer to join the Exchequer team. You will support delivery of financial services, maintain records, and provide accurate financial information to support essential council services.

The role requires problem-solving, staff supervision, collaboration across services, and a commitment to continuous improvement in financial processes. Hybrid working and a strong benefits package accompany the position.

Qualifications

• 4 GCSE passes at Grade 4/C or above (including Maths and English).
• Experience in a finance environment with knowledge of financial processes, controls and systems.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills with experience supporting, motivating and managing team performance.
• Confidence using financial systems and Microsoft Office applications to analyse information and maintain records.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills enabling you to handle complex queries.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain accuracy in a busy environment.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with a drive to improve processes.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work across services and teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Finance Officer in managing allocated Exchequer services.
• Help ensure efficient delivery of financial support in line with policies and regulations.
• Support the operation and review of financial systems and procedures.
• Supervise Exchequer staff and contribute to development.
• Monitor IT systems and keep computerized records accurate.
• Provide financial and statistical information as required.
• Undertake projects within Financial Management as needed.
• Handle complex queries from suppliers and customers.
• Assist with creditor payments, debtors and other Exchequer duties.

Skills

Finance experience

Leadership

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Prioritisation

Organisational skills

Collaboration

Education

GCSEs including Maths and English

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Gateshead Council is seeking a Finance Officer to join the Exchequer team. You will support delivery of financial services, maintain records, and provide accurate financial information to support essential council services.

The role requires problem-solving, staff supervision, collaboration across services, and a commitment to continuous improvement in financial processes. Hybrid working and a strong benefits package accompany the position.