The Finance team at Canterbury City Council are looking for a new Finance Systems Assistant to join them. As Finance Systems Assistant, you will be integral to the efficient running of our finance systems, supporting our system specialist and other colleagues in maintaining the council's financial systems. If you have a proven record of being a team player, good communication skills, and an eye for detail, this role might be for you. What’s in it for you? Salary of £29,172 per annum Fixed-term contract for one year Cost of living pay award negotiated annually as a salary increase Flexible, hybrid working - we understand the importance of a good work-life balance. We offer a generous annual leave entitlement You’ll receive 23 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, PLUS 3 given days which are usually used over the Christmas period when our main offices are closed. We do not work on Bank Holidays. A fantastic local government pension scheme. Employee perks, including multiple retailer and lifestyle discounts to help you get the most out of your money and enjoy your free time. Stay healthy: Access to free counselling, advice and webinars through our employee assistance programme, as well as contributions to the cost of Flu Jabs. An easy commute: when you are required to go into the office, you’ll get free use of Canterbury’s Park & Rides to make it easier for you. About this job opportunity in Canterbury: You will assist the finance systems specialist. This will give you a great insight into how the various finance systems are intertwined, how they are managed, and the work that goes on to ensure we maintain accurate information. You will also have the opportunity to be involved in user acceptance testing and be an integral part of a systems upgrade. Here’s what you’ll get up to: assisting with the maintenance of our finance system, undertaking testing and development of reports assisting in system upgrades carry out regular system checks to ensure the integrity of data managing your own workload effectively through managing work schedules responding to user queries, carrying out investigations and problem-solving Assisting in the creation of bespoke reports Your expected work pattern: Fixed-term contract for a year at 37 hours per week Hybrid role working from home and in the offices to support your team About you, the ideal Finance Systems Assistant for the job: Your knowledge : Knowledge of SQL and crystal reporting preferred Powershell scripting would be an advantage Your experience: Experience in maintaining financial systems Your skills: Organisational skills to prioritise a high and diverse workload Good communicator Analytical and problem-solving skills Attention to detail Your qualifications: Good understanding of English and Maths at GCSE grade 4 or above So, if this Finance Systems Assistant job opportunity in Canterbury, Kent looks right for you please apply today Simply click the “Apply Online” button and create your account to begin your application form. For an informal chat to find out more about the role or what it's like to work for Canterbury City Council’s Finance and Procurement team, please contact Rob May, Head of Finance on 07702 180551 or email rob.maycanterbury.gov.uk Equality, Diversity & Inclusion at Canterbury City Council. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity in everything we do. We provide a safe and welcoming environment where everyone is valued, included and respected. Our diversity strengthens our ability to serve the diverse communities we support through our work.