Job Description

The Payments Assistant will provide clerical support for the Payments Section

Requirements

Process transactions on the Financial Management System (FMS)

Complete the scanning and filing of documentation related to the FMS – AR, AP & PMS

Operate the telephone helpline (as assigned)

Administer the mail in and mail out for the service

Administer goods receipting (GRN) actions on the FMS – Procurement Management System (PMS)

Assist with the administration and development of other Payments systems

Assist with training as required

Actively participate in the team meetings

Clerical/administration experience

3 SQA standard grades or equivalent at level 3 or above including English and Arithmetic

Procedural skills

Effective organisational skills

Knowledge of word-processing and spreadsheet applications, preferably Microsoft Word and Excel.

Strong customer care skills and focus

Self-confidence

Self motivated

A flexible approach to new working practices and technology

Able to maintain accuracy when working to tight deadlines

Able to maintain confidentiality

Effective communication skills - written and verbal

Able to work as part of a team and using own initiative

Willingness to accept direction/delegation

Work under pressure to tight deadlines

Ability to work in a shared office

Flexibility to meet the needs and demands of the service

Closing Date: Friday 13 February 2026

Starting Salary: £25,409.80

Hours per week: 36.25

£13.48 per hour

For further information, contact Daniel Littlewood 01343 563138