At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage financial records, support budgeting, and provide excellent customer service.
- Company: Join the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, a diverse and inclusive organisation.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, flexible working, and a local government pension scheme.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities in a dynamic public service setting.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in financial planning while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of accounting practices and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
The predicted salary is between 33699 - 38220 £ per year.
This role supports the delivery of effective and efficient financial accounting services, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and contributing to the organisation’s financial planning, monitoring and reporting. The postholder will manage external reporting, employee expense claims, banking transactions, and procurement card administration, while delivering excellent customer service to all RBFRS stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities and Deliverables
- 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.
- Handle basic internal and external customer and supplier queries.
- Process and monitor expenses, mileage claims and procurement card activity.
Key Role Requirements (knowledge, skills, and experience)
- 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 devise effective solutions.
Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service values diversity and inclusion, and all are welcome here. We are a Disability Confident Leader and ensure equal opportunities for all applicants.
Closing date for applications: 09:00 hours 3 July 2026.
Finance Officer in Reading employer: South East Employers
Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With benefits such as flexible working hours, an excellent annual leave allowance, and access to onsite facilities like a gym, employees are empowered to maintain a healthy work-life balance while contributing to vital community services in Reading.
