At a Glance
- Tasks: Support adults with learning disabilities in managing their finances effectively and safely.
- Company: Join PCAS, a dedicated organisation focused on empowering vulnerable individuals.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, training opportunities, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Flexible training options and career progression available.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your financial skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in bookkeeping and a passion for supporting others is essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: PCAS Head Office Faversham Kent (travel across PCAS Kent services required)
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent 35 hours per week
About the Role
PCAS is looking for a dedicated and organised Client Finance Manager to join our team. This important role supports adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs to manage their finances safely, effectively, and in line with their individual care and support plans. You will work closely with Service Users, Kent County Council (KCC), the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), social workers, banks, and other relevant agencies to ensure people receive the financial support they need while promoting independence and financial wellbeing. The successful candidate will have experience in bookkeeping, budgeting, auditing, and financial administration, alongside a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Management & Support
- Support Service Users to liaise with KCC's Client Financial Affairs (CFA) department and assist with the completion of relevant documentation.
- Ensure secure, auditable systems are in place where PCAS provides fully managed financial support.
- Monitor and manage financial support arrangements in line with individual KCC Care & Support Plans.
- Support Service Users to develop financial skills and budget plans that reflect their personal goals, choices, and preferences.
- Conduct financial assessments for Service Users.
- Liaise with banks, debt management agencies, and other financial organisations as required.
- Process all CFA finance request forms accurately and in a timely manner.
- Monitor available funds to ensure sufficient resources are available to meet individual expenditure requirements.
Essential
- Proven experience in bookkeeping, budgeting, and auditing.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- High levels of integrity and professionalism.
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Experience gathering, analysing, and interpreting data.
- Confidence engaging with individuals in a variety of settings.
- Experience working with people who currently use, or have previously used, learning disability, autism, or mental health services.
- Knowledge of the DWP welfare benefits system.
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, with willingness to travel throughout Kent.
Desirable
- Experience supporting vulnerable adults with financial management.
- Understanding of safeguarding principles and procedures.
- Knowledge of local authority financial support arrangements and social care funding processes.
What We Offer
We provide all of our staff with an excellent training programme, which includes online, in person training, short courses as well as nationally recognised qualifications. We also have a fantastic range of benefits for our staff which include:
- Bi-Monthly employee recognition awards with the chance to win a £50 gift card of your choice.
- Fully funded qualifications to support you in your role and with career progression.
- Blue Light Card
- Your wellbeing matters to us! Our Employee Assistance Programme gives you 24/7 access to tools like health plans, mindful resources and free counselling to support your mental and physical wellbeing.
PCAS Kent is an Equal Opportunities employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our service users. Therefore this post is subject to appropriate references and an enhanced DBS check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship.
