Finance Administrators
- Exeter, Devon
- Full Time
- £25,989 - £26,403 per annum
Exciting Opportunity: Finance Assistant (x2 – Fixed Term for 12 months, Full Time 37 hours per week)
We are delighted to offer two exciting opportunities for motivated and ambitious finance professionals to join our Adult Social Care Finance team as Finance Administrators.
These are two full‑time, fixed‑term posts for 12 months: one supporting the Central team and one supporting the Northern locality. Both roles sit within a high‑profile, fast‑paced service area and offer a fantastic opportunity to contribute to work that makes a genuine and positive difference to services and communities.
The roles would suit individuals who are confident communicators with strong interpersonal skills and, comfortable working with IT systems. An understanding of basic core accounting principles is essential, along with the ability to organise and prioritise competing demands, meet deadlines, and consistently deliver high-quality work.
You will join a supportive, collaborative, and experienced finance team, gaining valuable exposure to complex financial management within the operational services.
Key Responsibilities
- To be responsible for day-to-day processing and management of financial Information through CareFirst. This includes the scrutinising and checking for reasonableness, completeness and accuracy of a variety of financial documents, including those with complex contractual arrangements, the processing of account payments and collection of income.
- Investigate queries from service providers and others, liaising with other areas of DCC to achieve resolution, escalating issues as required.
- To provide day to day operational advice and information on financial matters as requested.
- To assist the Accountant and Assistant Account in compiling information for management reports.
- To help cover the other Finance Administrators in their absence.
- Promote strong financial governance and best practice, ensuring compliance with regulations while supporting continuous improvement and service transformation.
Location
- Based at County Hall, Exeter with the possibility of an alternative location subject to negotiation. Some travel to other sites may be required. Flexible working options may be available, subject to service delivery and business needs.
For further information, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. If you would like an informal discussion about the role, or to find out more about working with us, please contact Katrina Harverson (Central team) on 01392 383811, or Ruth Robson (Northern Locality) on 01392 381134.
Please specify the role you are applying for, or confirm if your application is for both roles.
How to apply
Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed.
Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.
- DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
- Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
- This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
- Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.
- For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.
- We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
- This role requires a DBS disclosure.
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Council
- Work LocationExeterDevon
- Work Postcode
EX2 4QD
- Reference
REQ009777
- Occupational GroupAdministrative, Secretarial & Office SupportFinance & Accounting
- Salary Details
£25,989 - £26,403 per annum
- Job TermFixed
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
37 hours per week
- Closing Date
06/06/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes