Credit control

Your New CompanyHays are partnering with a well-established organisation to recruit a Senior Finance Assistant on a permanent basis. This organisation is recognised for its collaborative culture, supportive working environment, and commitment to delivering high-quality services within the public sector.Due to continued demand within the finance function, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join a busy and dedicated team, supporting the accurate management of income processes and financial administration.

Your New RoleAs a Senior Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operation of the finance function, ensuring income and financial transactions are processed accurately and efficiently. Working within a collaborative team environment, you will be responsible for a range of financial activities, helping to maintain strong financial controls and provide excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities will include:

Supporting credit control activities and monitoring outstanding balances with a key skill required being local authority income knowledge
Processing invoices and financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
Managing income-related processes and ensuring records are maintained correctly.
Undertaking account reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation.
Responding to finance-related queries from internal and external stakeholders.
Ensuring compliance with internal financial procedures and controls.
Assisting with wider finance administration and ad hoc team duties as required.
Building effective working relationships across the organisation.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to join a supportive team where they can make a meaningful contribution while developing their career.

What You Need to SucceedTo be successful in this role, you will have:

Previous experience working in a finance, accounts, or transactional finance position.
Experience managing local authority income processes (essential).
Credit control experience (essential).
Strong knowledge of invoicing, reconciliations, and financial administration.
AAT Level 3 qualification or part-qualified status.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Excellent communication skills and the confidence to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.
A proactive and solutions-focused approach to work.
The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

What You'll Get in Return

Competitive salary of up to £32,530 per annum.
Permanent, full-time opportunity.
Hybrid working arrangement with 2 days on-site and 3 days working remotely.
37.5-hour working week, Monday to Friday.
Opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative finance team.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
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