Our client HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) is an agency of the Ministry of Justice. HMCTS provides administrative support for the legal system across England and Wales, ensuring justice works for everyone.
Our justice system defends our fundamental rights and freedoms. It is a cornerstone of our modern society and it must serve all those who call on it, when they call on it. From some of the most vulnerable people in our society, to families in crisis, claimants and commercial businesses - HMCTS has a responsibility to administer a justice system that is accessible to everyone and operates efficiently.
Our public sector client is recruiting for a Finance Administrator on a temporary basis, this position is a national role, therefore you may be required to work from an office closest to your location.
Finance Officer
Pay rate: £12.74 per hour increasing to £14.09 per hour after 12 weeks
Contract: Temporary (minimum 6 months)
Shift: Monday to Friday
Hours: 37 hours - full-time (Between 9.00am - 5.00pm but can be flexible)
Start date ASAP
Duties:
* Support on monthly staff tracking and commissions including recharges
* Managing learning and development budget and Rewards & Recognition budget to advise directors on forecasting spend for each quarter
* Manage the research project expenditure as part of the overall monthly finance process
* Completion of the Directorate Budget Profiling spreadsheet to ensure all spend is clarified and up to date with noted next steps and mitigation.
Maintaining Financial Records and managing regular financial transactions:
* Maintain records of Data & Analysis's finance decisions and profiles including invoices linked to Analytical professions bids, payment for centrally allocated staff and professional membership fees
* Identifying efficiencies and opportunities for cost reductions across the business.
* Build strong relationships with Central Finance and relevant stakeholders across the department
Management Information:
* Support Management Information and the smooth running of the monthly workforce and finance reporting process on behalf of Data & Analysis
* Assist with the business planning process including end and mid-year governance statements
Essential criteria - skills and experience:
* Skilled in the Microsoft office suite (specifically Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
* At least one year's experience of finance background
* A strong communicator, able to communicate messages clearly to a range of audiences at all levels - both verbally and in writing.
* Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise work.
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