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Finance Officer – Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS)
Location: Calcot, Reading Contract Type: Full Time (37 hours per week) - Permanent Salary: £33,699 – £38,220 per annum (Grade 4) (pay award pending) Closing Date: 09:00 on 3 July 2026
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About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) as a Finance Officer. The successful candidate will provide critical support to a range of finance functions, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to financial regulations while contributing to the organisation’s financial planning, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities & Deliverables
- Provide efficient and effective finance administration and services, maintaining accurate financial records.
- Support budget setting, forecasting, monitoring, and financial reporting cycles.
- Offer financial advice and respond to queries from internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and customers.
- Process and monitor employee expenses, mileage claims, and procurement card activity while ensuring compliance with internal procedures.
- Ensure all external financial reporting is completed accurately, efficiently and on time.
- Deliver excellent customer service to RBFRS stakeholders through prompt, professional, and courteous responses.
About You (Key Requirements)
We are seeking a motivated individual with:
- A strong foundation in finance, including knowledge of:
- Accounting practices, accounts payable & receivableprocessing, payroll regulations, and VAT.
- Pension fund accounting and reporting.
- Competency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook, with an ability to:
- Perform financial reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to:
- Manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines.
- Work both independently and collaboratively within a small team.
- Experience (or willingness to learn) in procurement management, expense claims, and banking transactions.
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Application & Selection Process
**key Steps
- Behaviours & Competencies: Your application will be assessed based on the Job Profile/Person Specification and our Behaviour Competency Framework. Key skills will be evaluated throughout interviews.
- Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check: Appointment is conditional on completing a Standard DBS check. Rechecks apply as per DBS policies.
- For further details, contact: costear@rbfrs.co.uk (Rahela Costea, Exchequer & Systems Manager).
- Additional Support: If you require adaptations/assistance with the process, contact Amanda Gavin via:
- Email: gavina@rbfrs.co.uk
- Phone: 0118 945 308
Important Notes
- Applications via Agencies or unsolicited CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.
- Closes: 3 July 2026 – We will begin assessments/interviews between 8–10 July 2026 with an anticipated start date of July 2026.
Benefits
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Salary | £33,699 – £38,220 (Grade 4, pending 2025 award) |
| Annual Leave | Full-time equivalent: 25 days |
| Local Government Pension Scheme | Competitive benefits and contributions |
| Flexible Working | Considine arrangements possible (inquire on application) |
| Physical Wellbeing | On-site gym facilities & parking |
| Employee Referral Scheme** | Additional benefits available |
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Our Commitments & Values
With the belief that "no one should walk alone", the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service commits to:
✔ Inclusivity – We celebrate diversity and individuality, fostering a culture of respect and dignity. ✔ Equality – Selection is done on merit alone. (Guarded interviews available if requested under the Offer of an Interview Scheme). ✔ Safeguarding – All employees share a commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults. View our，Safer Recruitment Statement ↗.
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