The Operations & Finance Analyst supports the effective delivery of financial, operational and governance processes across the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) contract.
Job title:
Finance & Operations AnalystJob Description:
The Operations & Finance Analyst supports the effective delivery of financial, operational and governance processes across the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) contract. The role is responsible forensuringtheaccuracyandintegrityoffinancialtransactions,supportingsupplierandstakeholderrelationships,maintainingproductcataloguegovernanceanddeliveringoperationalanalysistoidentifytrends,resolveissuesanddrivecontinuousimprovement.
Working across multiple business functions, the postholder will investigateandresolvecomplexoperationalandfinancialqueries,supportreconciliationandauditactivities,providemanagementinformationandperformanceinsights,andcontributetothedevelopmentofefficient,compliantandcustomer-focusedprocesses.
Responsibilities
Support the delivery of financial and operational activities across the DSA contract.
Investigate and resolve financial, invoicing and operational queries.
Perform financial validation, reconciliation and audit support activities.
Analyse operational and financial data to identify trends, issues and improvement opportunities.
Produce management information, reporting and performance insights.
Support supplier management activities, governance forums and stakeholder engagement.
Maintain product catalogue accuracy and support associated governance processes.
Contribute to the development, review and implementation of operational procedures and controls.
Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service quality, compliance and efficiency.
About You
Essential
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Experience working within a financial, operational or administrative environment.
Previous experience of working in a finance administration role or a regulated enviorment
Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
Desirable
Experience of invoice management, reconciliation or financial controls.
Experience of supplier or stakeholder management.
Knowledge of governance, audit or compliance processes.
Experience using Salesforce or similar case management systems.
Experience producing reports, dashboards or management information.
Experience of continuous improvement or process review activities.
About Government Services
For more than 30 years Capita has been working across the public and private sectors, solving the complex challenges of our clients, increasing productivity, enhancing their use of technology and data, improving customer and public services and adding value to the UK and local economies.
Capita is committed to the local government sector and is the market leader in the delivery of Planning Resilience Services to Local Authority clients. We have worked with over 100 Local Authority clients nationwide, and have an outstanding track record of providing Development Management & Planning Policy and Consultancy services.
What’s in it for you?
A competitive basic salary
23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave.
The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice.
Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks and plenty more.
Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology.
Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform.
You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita. You’ll be joining a network of experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.
Unlock Your Potential with Capita
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Equal Opportunities
At Capita, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you’d like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you to discuss.
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Location:
Home-Based - GBR,
United KingdomTime Type:
Full timeContract Type:
PermanentOriginally posted on