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Finance Officer

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
London Contract GBP 40,000 – 40,000
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Your new role
You will be joining a well-established government organisation based in London, supporting a high-profile government function during a critical financial reporting period.
Interim Finance Officer
You will play a key role in assisting the finance team through a busy year-end period
6 months
£40,000
Hybrid - 3 days in the office
Central London

You will need active CTC clearance to apply for this position

  • Supporting year-end financial processes and timelines

  • Assisting with account reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies

  • Processing journals in line with established financial procedures

  • Providing support during internal and external audit activities

  • Managing and responding to finance-related queries from internal stakeholders

  • Maintaining and updating supplier records, ensuring accuracy of financial data

  • Supporting general finance administration and ensuring compliance with policies


What you'll need to succeed
  • Valid CTC Clearance (essential requirement for this role)

  • Previous experience in a finance or accounts support role (e.g. reconciliations, journals, invoicing, or reporting)

  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and general IT systems

  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a structured environment

  • Good communication skills with the ability to manage queries effectively

  • A proactive attitude and ability to work both independently and as part of a team

What you need to do now
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