Business Support Finance Officer

Business Support Finance Officer

Salary:
Band 8, £31,022 - £33,699 (SCP 17
-22)

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

37 hours per week (part‑time considered)

Location:

Bradford District

The post holder will be responsible for a range of financial administration tasks and support systems within their designated service area. This includes processing payments such as interim in lieu of benefits, income maintenance, grants and emergency payments, as well as setting up, receiving and making payments for goods and services. The role also involves providing prompt, accurate and effective financial information and advice to carers, placements, colleagues, management, partner organisations and external agencies.

• Processing and monitoring a range of payments, including interim, grant and emergency payments, and invoices for goods and services.
• Resolving payment discrepancies, including underpayments and over payments.
• Using financial systems (including SAP, Contr
  
  OCC and other systems) to raise invoices, set up vendors, maintain records and process payments.
• Supporting financial processes, including income maintenance, grants, contracts and year‑end activity.
• Contributing to financial and performance reporting, including provision of accurate financial data and statements.
• Maintaining spreadsheets and databases to support service delivery and reporting requirements.
• Liaising with colleagues, departments and external agencies to verify information and support financial processes.
• Communicating with clients and professionals to respond to enquiries and resolve issues in line with service procedures.

• Financial administrative experience, including using systems to input and extract information.
• Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and data handling.
• Strong communication and customer service skills when working with a range of stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of financial and information systems.

• Generous annual leave – 31 days rising to 34 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Excellent Local Government pension.
• Family‑friendly policies and enhanced parental leave.
• Health and wellbeing support, including Occupational Health and counselling.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• National Living Wage employer.

Bradford Children and Families Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.