Finance Officer

Finance Officer Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Location Nottingham, Swansea About The Job Job summary: Can you deliver accurate, customer-focused financial services while maintaining strong reconciliation and Excel reporting skills? Have you supported financial control activities, including managing SAP/general ledger postings and ensuring compliance with organisational policies? Do you seek opportunities to improve processes, contribute to continuous improvement, and provide flexible support across finance teams? The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) helps keep Britain moving, safely and sustainably. We do this by helping people through a lifetime of safe and sustainable journeys, helping them keep their vehicles safe to drive, and protecting them from unsafe drivers and vehicles. We’re Working Hard To Make roads safer Improve services for our customers Make road transport greener and healthier Harness the potential of technology and data Grow and level up the economy Benefits Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days), plus 8 bank holidays and a privileged day for the King’s birthday. Flexible working options that encourage a great work-life balance. Job Description The Finance Officer role offers the chance to play a key part in delivering high-quality financial services while developing professionally within DVSA. You’ll provide flexible support across the Financial Control Team, gaining hands‑on experience in general accounting and DVSA operations. The role covers a wide range of activities, including banking, accounts receivable and payable, payroll and VAT, helping ensure accurate records, timely reconciliations, strong financial controls and excellent service to internal and external customers. Key Responsibilities Provide expert advice and guidance to DVSA customers and employees on ERP systems, related applications and processes. Build and maintain excellent working relationships with key stakeholders such as customers, shared services and DVSA managers in the delivery of a quality and consistent Financial Control service. Use tools such as Excel and Access databases to develop a range of reports and reconciliations used by management, to support audits and to drive improvements. Support the development of a culture of continuous improvement and contribute to the implementation of best practice, recommending opportunities for improvement in financial control processes including simplification and automation. Execute responsibilities effectively and in line with DVSA policies and processes, planning and coordinating tasks and activities, taking responsibility for ensuring objectives are delivered. Person Specification – Required Experience Intermediate Excel skills and knowledge. Experience in the use of MS Word, MS Outlook and MS Teams. Experience of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle). Advanced interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with key stakeholders. Experience dealing with stakeholders in multiple channels (e.g., email, telephone). Experience delivering outcomes within tight deadlines. Additional Information Candidates must have a willingness to work towards a formal Accountancy qualification (e.g., AAT/ACCA) whilst in post if not already held. Allowances Level 1 – £1,500 – Full AAT qualification or ACCA Papers F1–F5 Complete/CIMA Operational Level Complete/CIPFA Strategic Stage Complete/ICAEW Certificate Level Complete. Level 2 – £2,000 – ACCA Papers F7–F9 Complete/CIMA Managerial Level Complete/CIPFA Professional Diploma Complete/ICAEW Professional Level Complete. Level 3 – £4,000 – All papers completed – ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, ICAEW. Working Hours, Office Attendance and Travel Requirements Full‑time role: 37 hours per week. The role is suitable for hybrid working; a minimum of 60 % of your working time per month is required at your designated workplace. Occasional travel to other offices, including overnight stays, may be required. Visa Sponsorship We do not hold a UKVI Skilled Worker Licence and cannot sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. Candidates must ensure they have the appropriate rights to work in the UK before applying. Behaviours Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Managing a Quality Service Delivering at PaceWorking Together We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form. #J-18808-Ljbffr