Budget and Finance Officer
Budget and Finance Officer
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Job Description
- Suffolk County Council Various Childrens Centre locations available Countywide (Hybrid)
- 27711 - 32654 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Secondment for one year
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Budget and Finance Officer to join our Community Health team (based at a Family Hub in Suffolk) within the Family Hub and Childrens Centres service. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting the financial operations of a vital service that helps deliver positive outcomes for children and families across Suffolk.
This 12-month secondment will play a key role in strengthening financial oversight and ensuring compliance with audit and budgetary standards.
Reimagine the possibilities
Your role and responsibilities
- Provide monthly financial reports and meet with managers to review budget performance and highlight risks.
- Act as the first point of contact for financial and business performance queries.
- Process payments budget changes and forecasts ensuring accurate financial records using Oracle.
- Reconcile budgets and identify inaccuracies ensuring timely resolution.
- Support staff with financial tasks such as raising purchase orders managing petty cash and reconciling amenity accounts.
- Facilitate finance drop-ins and peer supervision to build financial confidence across the team.
You will need
- Experience in financial administration and budget management.
- Strong IT skills particularly in Microsoft Excel and financial systems (e.g. Oracle).
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- A relevant qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience).
- A collaborative and flexible approach with the ability to work independently.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and high standards of accuracy.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
You will be joining a supportive and dedicated team within the Community Health service working closely with Childrens Centre managers and frontline staff. This role was created in response to a recognised need for dedicated financial oversight and you will be instrumental in helping the team deliver services more efficiently and confidently.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report ().
For more information
Please contact Debbie Frost (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling 0or emailing .
If you want to apply for a secondment read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (docx).
Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 -Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 500 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
Question 1 - What skills and experience do you have which would make you a good fit for this role
Question 2 - Tell us about a time when you have had to communicate effectively with internal or external stakeholders
Question 3 - Give an example of when you had to work to an important deadline. How manageable were your timescales What did you do to ensure that the deadline was met What did you learn
Please note: Without a supporting statement your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing or calling. If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30pm 23 June 2025.
Interviews: week commencing 30 June 2025.
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 (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
