Finance Officer

Finance Officer Location : LondonContract : 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
• Contact : (url removed)Job DescriptionService 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 ResponsibilitiesMaintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.Process and reconcile daily banking transactions.Verify and post receipts and payments in the accounting system.Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations.Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records.Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial policies and procedures are followed.Candidate CriteriaMinimum of 2 years experience in an Accounts Payable / Receivable role in a Local Authority or similar environmentStrong understanding of financial principles and ERP systems, experience in Oracle Fusion applications is desirableExperience in cash management, including banking and reconciliationsGreat communication skills with the ability to work well on own initiative as well as part of a teamIf you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed