REF NUMBER: ENFIELD RQ1537704

Please do not apply for this role unless your CV meets the following general requirements, as well as the more specific ones listed further down the ad:
You must be UK based and have the right to work in the UK.
For office based and hybrid roles, your commute to the place of work must be less than 1 hour.
This is a temporary role. Please do not apply if you are seeking a permanent position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Maths and English at minimum Level 2 (e.g., GCSE grade A–C / 4–9) or equivalent qualification/experience.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Experience in a finance-related role with a focus on payment processing or financial administration.
• Strong numeracy skills and the ability to analyse and interpret financial information accurately.
• Proven ability to provide excellent customer service and resolve issues efficiently.
• Confident use of IT systems, especially Microsoft Excel and financial software.
• Strong written communication skills for correspondence and reporting.

WHAT’S INVOLVED WITH THIS ROLE:

This Finance Payment and Administration Officer role is responsible for delivering a high-quality, customer-focused finance support service, primarily around school-related financial transactions. The postholder will manage processes such as schools’ monthly advances, VAT returns, and data collation for reporting. Strong organisational, numerical, and communication skills are vital to ensure deadlines are met, queries are resolved efficiently, and financial records are accurate and audit-ready. The role also requires a proactive approach to improving systems, embracing automation, and maintaining current knowledge of policies and procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the monthly schools’ advances process, liaising with schools and council departments.
• Log and resolve finance-related customer queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Collate, analyse, and verify financial data for monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting.
• Coordinate and submit schools’ VAT returns to the Corporate Accountancy team.
• Liaise with schools, council officers, and third parties to gather and validate financial information.
• Ensure accurate audit trails and compliance with authorisation requirements for transactions.
• Offer professional guidance and customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain current knowledge of policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.
• Proactively identify and support process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Organise and prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines and service targets.
• Use IT systems effectively to manage data, communications, and reporting processes.

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