Senior Finance Assistant

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in finance seeks a Senior Finance Assistant for a public sector client in London. This role requires active SC clearance and offers the opportunity to support impactful government projects. Responsibilities include budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance management. Ideal candidates will have significant finance experience in large organizations and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in finance roles within the public sector or large organisations.
• Strong understanding of government financial processes and reporting standards.
• Active SC or DV clearance (or eligibility to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Support budgeting processes and conduct financial analysis and reviews.
• Assist in budget preparation, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Prepare financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain historical data and documentation to support budget development.
• Manage travel and hospitality requests, ensuring compliance.
• Compile data for regular and ad hoc financial reports.

Skills

Experience in finance roles within public sector

Understanding of government financial processes

Communication skills

Job description

Senior Finance Assistant - London (SC Cleared)

Location: London
Contract Type: Contract
Duration: 6 months
Working Pattern: Full-time, 7.6 hours/day, 5 days/week (on-site)
Security Clearance: Active SC or DV clearance (or eligibility to obtain)

About the Role:

We are partnering with a high-profile public sector client to recruit a Senior Finance Assistant with active Security Clearance. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful government projects while applying your financial expertise in a secure and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support budgeting processes and conduct financial analysis and reviews.
• Assist in budget preparation, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Prepare financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain historical data and documentation to support budget development.
• Manage travel and hospitality requests, ensuring compliance.
• Maintain financial records in line with IPSAS and risk management standards.
• Compile data for regular and ad hoc financial reports.
• Contribute to annual financial statements and reporting.
• Perform cost-benefit analyses and review financial requests.
• Authorize payments and support fiscal operations.
• Monitor budget execution and expenditure tracking.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly fund status reports and analysis.
• Support Finance Committee briefings and other internal reporting.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience in finance roles within the public sector or large organisations.
• Strong understanding of government financial processes and reporting standards.
• Active SC or DV clearance (or eligibility to obtain).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Apply Now:

If you're a finance professional with the right clearance and a passion for public service, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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