Finance Reconciliations Administrator, Ipswich in Ipswich, IP1 2BX

Job description

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils - Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX £29,269 - £33,945 per annum (pro rata for part time) Full Time, 37 hours per week Permanent Reference: 14211 Full time, part time and job share opportunities will be considered. What we are looking for We are looking for a confident, flexible and highly motivated individual to join our busy Finance Transactions and Systems Team, who shares our values and commitment to make a difference for our residents, businesses and communities. About the role The Finance Team supports both Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils by providing accurate and timely financial advice to enable delivery of the joint strategic plan outcomes. This role will have responsibility for the correct allocation of the councils\' income. You will perform daily/weekly/monthly reconciliations of all income streams and will have ownership of a set of reconciliations essential for Section 151 reporting. This will include the investigation and allocation of suspense items and transfer of balances between the councils, along with month-end routines and query resolution. You will also be required to work closely with colleagues across other service areas to support and facilitate data handling with accuracy, ensuring the data remains confidential and secure. About you You will be educated to NVQ 3/A level standard or have gained equivalent knowledge through experience, ideally within a financial environment. You will be able to demonstrate: keen analytical skills the ability to interpret financial information confidence in using your own initiative a willingness to support other members of the team. Due to the fast-paced nature of this role, attention to detail is essential, alongside excellent organisational, communication and IT skills. About us Working together across our councils and with our partners in the public, private and voluntary sectors, we provide excellent services to our 190,000 residents across Babergh and Mid Suffolk. We are proud of the role we play in creating the environment, economy, and communities for our districts. We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work. With picturesque market towns, 60 conservation areas and with two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) within our districts, it is little wonder that we are consistently within the top 50 places to live in the UK. Benefits Great opportunities for learning and development. Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 26 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays). Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme. Wellbeing Support Programme. Employee Assist Programme. Health Care Options. For more information, please visit our Employee Benefits page (suffolkjobsdirect.org) Our ways of working Work is what we do, not where we go! We are committed to working in a more hybrid way, with a mix of office, home, and remote-based working (business needs permitting). This has worked well for us and is something we will be continuing with. We are committed to supporting equality and diversity, Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils provide opportunity and ambition for all, supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible service for our residents. For more information Please read the Job Description, Person Specification and Addendum before applying for this job opportunity: Admin and Technical Support Officer - Grade 4 Generic JD and PS.pdf Addendum - ATSO Finance Transactions and Systems.pdf If you wish to discuss the hybrid working approach for this role, or for an informal discussion, please contact Marie Fletcher by either calling (01473) 296308 or emailing marie.fletcher@baberghmidsuffolk.gov.uk or Karen Smith by calling (01473) 296304 or emailing karen.smith2@baberghmidsuffolk.gov.uk Closing date: 5pm, 13 March 2024 When applying, please ensure: that you complete the application form as fully as possible with your employment and educational history as shortlisting will be based upon the application form and supporting statement only. your statement indicates how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the Job Description/Person Specification (JDPS). This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Ipswich, IP1 2BX

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Profession type

Scientific Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English