At a Glance
- Tasks: Join RBFRS as a Finance Officer, managing financial records and supporting budgeting.
- Company: Be part of the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, serving the community.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in finance with a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and professional development within a vital public service.
- Why this job: Make a difference while developing your finance skills in a dynamic setting.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of accounting practices and proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
This is an excellent opportunity to join Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) as a Finance Officer. The successful candidate will work across a range of functions within finance, gaining exposure to a variety of activities. The role supports the delivery of effective and efficient financial accounting services, ensuring compliance with financial regulations while contributing to the organisation’s financial planning, monitoring and reporting.
The postholder will help ensure that all external reporting is completed accurately, efficiently, and within required deadlines. You will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with established procedures relating to employee expense claims, RBFRS banking transactions, and procurement card administration. A key aspect of the role is delivering excellent customer service to all RBFRS stakeholders, responding to enquiries promptly, professionally, and courteously.
About you
As a Finance Officer reporting to the Exchequer and Systems Manager, you will be a key member of the Finance function, working with a high level of accuracy and professionalism. Specifically, we are seeking a motivated individual with a strong foundation in finance who can manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively within a small team.
Responsibilities
- Provide efficient and effective finance administration and services to the organisation and maintain accurate financial records.
- Support budget setting, forecasting, monitoring and financial reporting cycles.
- Provide financial advice and respond to queries from internal and external stakeholders.
- Deal with basic internal and external customer suppliers queries.
- Process and monitor expenses, mileage claims and procurement card activity.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of accounting practices, accounts payable and receivable processes, payroll regulations and VAT.
- Knowledge of pension fund accounting and reporting.
- Competent with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and Outlook.
- Ability to perform reconciliations of financial accounts and solve problems effectively.
It is anticipated that the assessment/interview process will run between 8 and 10 July 2026. For further details about the role please contact Rahela Costea, Exchequer and Systems Manager at costear@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion. If you have any queries about the application process or to discuss any adaptations or adjustments that we can make to assist you in your application or with our promotion process please contact Amanda Gavin at gavina@rbfrs.co.uk or by phone 01189 4550 for an informal discussion.
Finance Officer – Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service employer: National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.
Joining the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service as a Finance Officer offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the community while developing your finance skills in a supportive environment. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, RBFRS fosters a collaborative work culture that values accuracy, professionalism, and excellent customer service. Located in a dynamic setting, this role not only provides competitive benefits but also allows you to play a vital part in ensuring the financial integrity of an essential public service.
Contact Details:
National Fire Chiefs Council Limited. Recruitment Team
