Service Care Solutions Ltd

Finance Assistant - Police

Job Title: Finance Assistant


Location: HQ North, Meadow House


Work Arrangement: Hybrid Location: Kidlington


Contact: Lewis at 01772 208962 or email Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk for more information


Service Care is seeking a dedicated Finance Assistant to work for TVP and play a key role in financial operations.

If you have a passion for finance and an eye for detail, this position offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.


Are you looking for a Finance Assistant role that offers competitive pay and flexibility? Look no further! We are currently seeking a Finance Assistant to join Thames Valley Police team at HQ North, Meadow House in Kidlington.


Job Description: As a Finance Assistant, your primary responsibility will be to provide financial administrative support to ensure accurate, timely, and appropriate accounting records and management information.

Your key accountability areas include:



  • Maintaining accurate and timely accounting records in compliance with legislation, accounting standards, and force regulations.

  • Updating financial systems by inputting accurate and timely data and handling routine administrative tasks.

  • Analyzing, collating, extracting, reconciling, and manipulating financial data.

  • Conducting initial investigations into financial processes and data, addressing any issues and concerns.

  • Assisting with tasks related to the statutory year-end closeout according to the provided timetable.

  • Providing financial administrative advice to other members of the Force, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

  • Assisting in the provision of costings and investigations for the MTFP.


    • Requirements:



    • AAT level 2 or equivalent qualification.

    • Good standard of education with a minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 9-4/A

      *-C, including maths or equivalent qualifications.

    • Good computer literacy, especially in MS Office applications, Excel, and databases.

    • Proven ability to produce accurate and reliable data.

    • Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently.

    • Recent experience in a financial or administration environment.

    • Knowledge of MS Access (an advantage).

    • Experience working in a large organization and knowledge of the public sector (an advantage).


    Apprentice Requirements:



    • Good standard of education (a minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 9-4/A

      *-C, including maths, or equivalent).

    • Proven keyboard skills and the ability to operate computer systems.

    • Proven ability to communicate effectively and politely.

    • Strong organizational and time management skills.

    • Ability to work in a demanding administrative role, demonstrate flexibility and multitasking, and be an effective team player.

    • Willingness to work flexibly and undertake all assignments professionally and in a timely manner.




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