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Finance Officer - TemporarynBased at AshingtonnSalary: £25,947.00 per annumnHours: Full time 37 per week, Monday to FridaynContract: Fixed term, Temporary

6 monthsnClosing Date: 12-Noon 8th October 2025.nWe are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Finance Officer to support the smooth running of our accounts payable processes. The role will involve handling day-to-day tasks, working closely with colleagues to ensure financial records are accurate and compliant with policies and procedures.nAbout the Finance Officer RolenThis role will involve:nInteracting with suppliers, customers and internal departments regarding financial mattersnProcessing supplier invoices, reconciling statements and responding to queries.nManaging mailbox traffic

prioritising and organising the flow of emails, ensuring urgent and important communications are addressed promptly.nSupporting weekly and month-end processes and maintaining accurate financial records and filing systemsnBuilding strong working relationships to support the delivery of timely financial services.nYour ExperiencenSuccessful candidates will need:nEssential :nPrevious experience in an accounts or finance support rolenConfident working with numbers with an ability to spot errorsnWell organised, able to manage deadlines and handle multiple responsibilitiesnClear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.nFamiliarity with Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Teams.nBasic accounting knowledge

understanding invoices, debits, credits, reconciliations, resolving account discrepancies etc.nDesirable :nMinimum of 2 years in a similar rolenWorking knowledge of one or more of SunSystems / Onbase / QL financial management systemsnAbility to suggest or implement process improvements.nRole Benefits :n28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) for full time employees; pro-rata to part timenWorking from home up to 2 days per week, if relevant to the role.nHealth cash plan membershipso you can save money by claiming cash back

over £1000 each year - towards essential healthcare such asdental, optical, physio and loads more. Well also cover the costs of including any dependent children in the scheme

up to the age of 21 or 24 if in full time education

that you may have.nAccess to savings on gym memberships plus cash back and discounts on purchases from major retailers including supermarkets, travel, cinema and more.nGenerous pension schemenPlease note you may be required to drive for business, if this forms a requirement of the role. If this is required, you will be required to hold a current and valid driving licence.nAbout us:nWere all about helping people in need of housing. We believe a good home makes lots of other things possible, so we provide great homes and services that do just that.nWeve built Bernicia to be a business that people want to be a part of. Were one of the North Easts largest and most successful housing providers; building, renting, selling and managing homes as well as providing services to over 60,000 customers.nEverything about Bernicia is people focused, thats why weve held the Investors in People Gold Award since 2010.nWe operate within a set of simple, but effective values, which blend perfectly to create our unique Bernicia Way culture. This ensures we are customer focused, through working together, respecting each other, being accountable for our actions and demonstrating integrity and leadership.nPart time hours may be considered on request.nWe reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised, should we receive a large volume of applications.n________________________________________________________________ The Group is fully committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and we particularly welcome applicants from groups who are currently under represented at Bernicia.

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