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Finance Officer

Service Care Solutions - Legal

Posted 12 days ago, valid for 4 days

Widnes, Cheshire WA8 7NS, England

Full Time

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The Finance Officer position is with a local authority in Cheshire, specifically based in Widnes, and offers a hybrid working arrangement.
This is a full-time role requiring 37 hours per week, with a pay rate of £16 per hour on an umbrella basis.
The contract duration is for 6 months, with the possibility of extension, and candidates should have experience in local authority finance, particularly within education and the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG).
Key responsibilities include supporting financial management of school budgets, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Strong analytical and communication skills, along with proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel, are essential for success in this role.

Finance OfficerLocal Authority CheshireWidnes BasedHybrid WorkingMonday to Friday 09:00-17:006 Month Contract37 Hours per week (Full Time)£16ph UmbrellaJob PurposeAs a Finance Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the financial management ofour education and schools’ services, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance withfinancial regulations. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, including schoolsand education teams, to provide expert financial guidance. This is an initial 6-month contract, with the potential for extension. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with experience in local authority finance, particularly within schools and the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG).Main responsibilities

Supporting the financial management of schools’ budgets and DSG funding
Assisting with budget setting, monitoring, and forecasting
Preparing financial reports and analysis for senior management
Ensuring compliance with local authority financial regulations and policies
Providing financial advice and support to schools and education services
Contributing to financial planning and decision-making processes

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Experience working in local authority finance, particularly within education and DSG
Strong knowledge of financial regulations and budget management within the public sector
Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel
Excellent analytical and communication skills
The ability to work independently and as part of a team

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.If this role is of interest, please just respond to this advert with an up to date copy of your CV or call Jake on

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