JOB NEWS: The UK Covid-19 Inquiry is hiring a Finance Officer in Newcastle upon Tyne on a Fixed-Term Full-Time basis.

JOB NEWS: The UK Covid-19 Inquiry is hiring a Finance Officer in Newcastle upon Tyne on a Fixed-Term Full-Time basis.

Job Overview

• The UK Covid-19 Inquiry is recruiting a Finance Officer to support financial operations within the Inquiry team.
• This role offers the opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant public inquiries in UK history.
• The successful candidate will support financial administration, reporting, compliance, and stakeholder engagement across the organisation.
• The role acts as a central point of contact for finance-related activities and enquiries.
• The position is ideal for an organised and proactive individual with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Employer

• UK Covid-19 Inquiry.
• Sponsored by the Cabinet Office.
• Established under the Inquiries Act 2005.
• Independent public inquiry examining the UK’s response to and impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
• Guided by the values of fairness, openness, compassion, and inclusion.

Location

• Newcastle upon Tyne.
• Other office locations include Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, Manchester, and York.

Salary

• £29,727 – £35,865 per year.
• National salary range: £29,727 – £31,518.
• London salary range: £34,279 – £35,865.
• Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%.

Job Type

• Fixed-Term Contract.
• Full-Time.
• Executive Officer Grade.
• Contract runs until 31 March 2027.

Working Hours

• 37 hours per week.
• Flexible working available.
• Full-Time.
• Part-Time applications considered.
• Job Share opportunities available.
• Compressed Hours available.
• Flexible working arrangements supported.

Benefits

• Civil Service Pension Scheme with 28.97% employer contribution.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Job share opportunities.
• Compressed hours working options.
• Childcare support benefits.
• Opportunity to work on a nationally significant public inquiry.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Inclusive workplace culture.

About the Team

• The Finance & Commercial Team consists of finance and commercial professionals.
• Responsible for overseeing financial information and budget integrity.
• Monitors expenditure and provides assurance to the Accounting Officer.
• Led by the Head of Finance & Commercial within the Programme, Operations & People Services Directorate.
• Team members are based across multiple UK locations and collaborate regularly.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the finance team mailbox.
• Respond to finance-related enquiries and escalate issues when required.
• Create and maintain supplier records.
• Support invoice processing activities.
• Assist with purchase order, payment, and receipting processes.
• Manage invoice-on-hold reports and finance trackers.
• Support business continuity through effective financial administration.
• Act as the central point of contact for finance activities across the Inquiry.
• Provide advice and guidance on financial processes.
• Promote financial best practice across the organisation.
• Support colleagues in understanding finance procedures.
• Maintain finance templates, trackers, and intranet resources.
• Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to ensure compliance with procedures.
• Maintain effective audit trails for financial transactions and approvals.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Support reconciliations, accruals, and journal adjustments.
• Produce financial reports and management information.
• Assist in meeting reporting deadlines and financial governance requirements.

Candidate Requirements

• Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities.
• Flexible and resilient approach to work.
• Strong attention to detail.
• High level of accuracy when working with financial data.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to engage confidently with a range of stakeholders.
• Able to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proactive approach to problem solving.
• Interest in improving processes and identifying efficiencies.
• Collaborative team player.
• Comfortable working in a changing and evolving environment.

About the UK Covid-19 Inquiry

• Established to examine the UK’s response to and impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
• Formally established in June 2022.
• Chaired by Baroness Heather Hallett.
• Began hearing evidence in May 2023.
• Aims to learn lessons for the future and improve national preparedness.
• Operates independently from Government while being sponsored by the Cabinet Office.

Application Information

• Reference Number: 467376.
• Number of Vacancies: 1.
• Contract End Date: 31 March 2027.
• Flexible working options available.
• Applications welcomed from candidates seeking full-time, part-time, or alternative working arrangements.

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