Service Care Solutions are working alongside a Local Authority in Solihull who are looking for a Finance Assistant to join their team on a temporary contract. Please find a description of the role below. Role: Finance Assistant Location: Solihull Working: Hybrid (2-3day in office per week) 37 hours per week Salary: 13.47 to 17.02 (PAYE exc.) to 14.78 - 18.86per hour (umbrella) Job Purpose: To support the Adult Social Care (ASC) Payments and Billing team in delivering timely and accurate provider payments, managing client income processes, and maintaining financial systems in line with Council policies and regulations. Key Responsibilities:Ensure prompt and accurate payments to providers and timely client invoicing.Maintain and update financial records using systems such as Oracle.Reconcile and analyse financial data, ensuring accuracy and compliance.Prepare and manage spreadsheets using formulas for reporting and tracking.Respond to customer queries and correspondence professionally and efficiently.Provide guidance on Council financial procedures and systems to internal and external stakeholders.Handle sensitive data with confidentiality, care, and security.Build positive working relationships to support effective service delivery.Assist with problem-solving and investigations into financial discrepancies.Take meeting notes and support administrative processes as required.Contribute to system accuracy and data quality improvements.Stay up to date with financial regulatio