Total 3 job vacancies by Service Care Solutions

Job Title: Business Partner
Location: Lincolnshire Police HQ
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Temporary until 31st March 2025

Hourly Rate: Umbrella rate of £34.13

We are currently seeking a Finance Business Partner to join the Finance Department at Lincolnshire Police on a temporary contract. This role involves providing professional financial advice and business partnering services to budget holders and senior leadership teams.

• Provide financial management services to designated areas of Lincolnshire Police.
• Prepare monthly management reports and accurate forecast outturns.
• Advise and assist budget holders with corrective actions for overspending.
• Conduct regular budget reviews and identify efficiency savings.
• Deliver training on finance, procurement, and contract regulations to budget holders.
• Prepare financial evaluations for new service developments.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors and contribute to financial statement preparation.

• Standard shift pattern:
  • Monday - Thursday: 08:30 - 16:30
  • Friday: 08:30 - 16:00
    (Flexible working arrangements can be discussed at the interview.)

• Full AAT or part-qualified CCAB accountant (essential for SG3 level).
• Qualified accountant (desirable for SG4 level).
• Experience providing financial advice in public sector finance, with a preference for Police or Local Authority experience.

If you're interested in contributing to the financial management of Lincolnshire Police, we would love to hear from you.
For more information or to apply, contact:
Lewis Ashcroft
Email: Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk or Phone 01772 208962.

Service Care Solutions are currently recruting on behalf of a local authority for a finance technician to join their team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage an allocated caseload from referral through to day-to-day maintenance, ensuring compliance with relevant procedures.
• Administer client finances, including claiming benefits and other entitlements, and reconciling bank accounts using Excel spreadsheets.
• Handle weekly diary activities, daily bank reconciliations, invoice processing, and issuing personal allowances via online banking or cheques.
• Maintain accurate records and update client accounts, including compiling annual accounts and managing liabilities.
• Ensure timely handling of all incoming correspondence and emails, and maintain filing systems.
• Provide advice to service users and liaise with colleagues and other stakeholders effectively.
• Assist in the review and improvement of procedures, and maintain records of client possessions.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Basic understanding of financial procedures.
• At least one year of experience in a financial environment.
• Experience using computerised financial systems.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines with high accuracy.
• Strong communication skills and experience in customer service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Understanding of the DWP Benefits system is desirable.

Technical Skills and Abilities:

• Numerate, with the ability to understand financial information and apply procedures.
• Proficient in manual bank reconciliation using Excel.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to use databases and other computerised systems efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with integrity.

Such other duties as may be determined from time to time within the general scope of the post and with the agreement of the post holder.

If you are interested in the role, or know anyone who may be, please contact Marc at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email marc.facer@servicecare.org.uk.

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.

If you have any questions or queries, please don't not hesitate to ask.

Assistant Finance Officer
Location: Lincolnshire
Contract: Temporary (5 month initial)
Rate: £13-£15 per hour
Start date: ASAP
*Hybrid Working - 1 day in Office*
Contact: miraj.hussen@servicecare.org.uk

Job Description

Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in Lincolnshire for an Assistant Finance officer to join the team on a temporary basis. This role involves providing comprehensive finance support and processing services to a diverse client base, ensuring the delivery of efficient, effective, and customer-focused service. The successful candidate will manage complex data related to various payments and assessments, adhere to local and national guidelines, and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues, service providers, and external organisations.

Main responsibilities

* Provide finance support and processing services to various clients, ensuring adherence to required KPIs and timescales.
* Manage and process complex data related to direct payments, provider payments, deferred payments, and assessments within local and national guidelines.
* Communicate effectively with outside bodies and handle routine correspondence and telephone enquiries confidentially.
* Ensure advice and services comply with local policies and national guidance.
* Participate in reviewing and updating procedures to improve service quality and consistency.
* Maintain computer and manual filing systems and use various client systems to manage records and produce reports.
* Perform administrative tasks like managing post, photocopying, word processing, and maintaining high standards of document quality.

Candidate Requirements

* Minimum one year experience in a financial environment, preferably public sector.
* Proficient in prioritising tasks, data processing with accuracy, and using Microsoft Excel for database spreadsheets.
* Effective use and maintenance of accurate records and systems.
* Recognition of the confidential nature of the work and commitment to equal opportunities and non-discriminatory practices.
* Ability to handle routine correspondence and telephone enquiries professionally and confidentially.

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Miraj at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email miraj.hussen@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.