Job Description

Grade: SC5 | Department: Financial Services | Reporting to: Financial Transactions Team Leader (PO3)

Are you detail-oriented, great with numbers, and passionate about delivering high-quality service? In this role, you'll help manage the smooth flow of incoming and outgoing payments, ensuring everything is accurate, timely, and handled with care. If you've worked in a large organization with financial systems and have a good general education background, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Be Doing

Make sure payments coming in and going out of the Council are handled smoothly and accurately. Process high-volume and/or high-value transactions with care and attention. Support other Council departments--like budget holders and social workers--with financial processes. Handle sensitive financial data responsibly, always maintaining confidentiality. Provide friendly, professional service to people inside and outside the Council, including suppliers, foster carers, and service users. Keep detailed records, reconcile accounts regularly, and help ensure financial controls are followed. Use a variety of systems like

Oracle R12

,

ContrOCC

,

Axis

, and other Council platforms to process transactions and maintain records. Help process everything from invoices and payments to account reconciliations and data transfers (including income from cheques, bank transfers, direct debits, and more). Stay up to date with Council policies, financial regulations, and national guidance (like HMRC and accounting codes of practice). Contribute ideas, adapt to new procedures, and support your team and other departments when needed.

What We're Looking For

While there are no specific qualifications required for this role, we do expect a

good general standard of education

and

experience in financial processing

--particularly within large or complex organizations.

Your Experience Should Include:

Processing financial transactions in a high-volume setting Using financial systems such as

Oracle

,

Axis

,

ContrOCC

, or similar tools Communicating with a wide range of people, both internally and externally Applying legislation or financial regulations in a work setting

What You Know:

Understanding of customer service and client support in a financial or local government environment Familiarity with cheque and cash handling procedures Solid knowledge of using systems like Oracle, Excel, Word, and other standard office tools Awareness of financial rules, regulations, and budgeting principles

Key Skills & Personal Qualities:

Clear, professional communication--both written and verbal Great attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines Able to understand and apply complex information like financial rules or government guidance Flexible, committed, and able to stay calm under pressure Ready to learn and keep your skills up to date Comfortable working independently and taking initiative
This role plays a vital part in ensuring public funds are managed properly and securely, and offers the chance to contribute to a service that supports communities across Lewisham. If you're ready to bring your finance and admin skills to a team that values accuracy, collaboration, and service--you could be a great fit.

Additional Information:

Privacy Assurance:

We take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting your personal data. All data provided during the application process will be handled in strict compliance with

GDPR regulations

. This includes securely storing and processing your personal details solely for recruitment purposes. By submitting your application, you consent to the use of your data for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the position. We will not share your information with third parties without your consent unless required by law. For more information on how we protect and process your personal data.

How to Apply

Take the next step in your career!

Apply

today and become part of a team dedicated to helping others find their homes. Click the '

Apply Now'

button to submit your application. Or alternatively, send the below listed documents to

adarsh.thomas@centurionstaunch.co.uk

to be fast tracked for the role:

1. Updated CV.

2. License/ Photo ID

3. Right to Work.

4. 3 year References

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 18.51 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 11/05/2025