Financial Services Assistant
Location: Castle House, Great North Rd, Newark
Salary NS6 £27,709 - £29,071 per annum
Contractual hours 37
Basis Full Time
Region East
Job category/type Finance & Payroll
Full time, 37 hours per week
Fixed term contract until 31 st March 2028
Revenues, Benefits & Transactional Services
Salary NS6 £27,709 - £29,071 per annum
Newark and Sherwood District Council are looking for a Financial Services Assistant, who will provide daily support and assistance for processing payments to staff, suppliers and other entities and the processing and reconciling of all income received. The role will also undertake technical and accounting tasks as required to support the financial services team.
We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture of doing our absolute best to serve our customers. We are proud of our organisational culture and receive positive feedback from our employees.We have a programme of internal activity to ensure that the voices of our employees are always heard and that they are kept informed on all Council activity and events.From roadshows to an annual award ceremony, from reviewing working arrangements to regular craft sessions, it is incredibly important our employees are shown how valued they are and that they remain the beating heart of our workplace.
We offer:
- Enrolment in the career average local government pension scheme.
- Flexi scheme.
- Hybrid working.
- A generous annual leave entitlement that increases with service.
- Family-friendly benefits.
- One days’ paid volunteering leave per year.
- Lifestyle benefits platform.
- Funded health cash plan.
- Free car parking to 31 March 2028
- £10 a month gym membership at one of our gyms in the district.
You will be working with a professional, committed and experienced team who are passionate about supporting us to deliver the objectives as outlined in our Community Plan.
For an informal chat or more information, please contact Andrew Bayliss, Head of Revenues, Benefits & Transactional Services on 01636 655537.
As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.
Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms.
We will not accept CVs from unsolicited recruitment agencies.
Closing Date: Sunday 8 th November 2026
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Join our dynamic team at Castle House in Newark as an Apprentice Revenues Assistant, where you'll not only gain valuable experience but also work towards a level 4 qualification in Revenues & Welfare Benefits. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture, offering flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, and opportunities for personal growth within the Council. With a focus on employee well-being and community engagement, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact while developing their career in finance and payroll.
