Finance Officer

Finance Officer
Halton Borough Council - Municipal Building, Widnes, WA8 7QF
Salary: From £30,000 per annum
Contract: Initial 6-month contract (potential for extension)
Working Pattern: Hybrid

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Halton Borough Council is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join our dedicated team on 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).

\nAbout the Role\n

As a Finance Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the financial management of our education and schools' services, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with financial regulations. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, including schools and education teams, to provide expert financial guidance.

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  Supporting the financial management of schools' budgets and DSG funding

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  Assisting with budget setting, monitoring, and forecasting

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  Preparing financial reports and analysis for senior management

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  Ensuring compliance with local authority financial regulations and policies

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  Providing financial advice and support to schools and education services

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  Contributing to financial planning and decision-making processes

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\nAbout You\n

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

\nWhat We Offer\n

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  Hybrid working - a mix of office and remote working

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  Competitive salary from £30,000 per annum

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  The opportunity to make a real impact within the local community

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  A supportive and collaborative team environment

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If you have the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you.

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Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.