Location
Perceval House, Ealing

Hours
Full Time - 35 hours per week

Salary
£40,575 per annum

About the Role
The Business Finance Officer is part of the Children in Care Service Business Support Team. The role is based at Perceval House in Ealing with hybrid working options available after completion of training and induction. The Business Support Team provides high quality financial support and reporting of financial and budgetary information to the Children’s Management Team.

The team is responsible for processing, monitoring, and reporting payments for Looked After Children and Care Leavers’ placements, both in-house and with external suppliers; payments for short break and respite placements for Children with Additional Needs; payments for the department’s external interpreter services; payments to in-house carers and vulnerable young people; processing financial assessments for children placed with family members or other responsible adults; and payments to families and vulnerable young people using an Allpay card system (training provided).

Key responsibilities include processing payments via a monthly payment schedule and following up on related finance queries for all care providers of children’s placements; processing weekly and monthly payments to external providers and in-house carers; processing daily payments using the Allpay card system; providing cover within the Business Support Team as required; maintaining and updating the Children’s client index database (Mosaic); and attending and minuting monthly and half-yearly panel meetings.

Experience
Substantial financial and administrative experience gained in a financial environment or role. Working knowledge and ability to work in accordance with financial and audit regulations.

About you
Ability to work to agreed timescales and deadlines. Flexible and organized with the ability to follow, develop, and review systems and procedures. A team player who can contribute effectively in a busy environment, meet challenges, and work under pressure. Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels via telephone, face-to-face, and written communication. Good numeracy skills with an eye for detail.

Qualifications
IT skills at an advanced level in Microsoft Excel and Word. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to complete a test prior to interview. Right to work in the UK is required and evidence will be requested at interview stage.