Payments Assistant

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
• The Individual

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 30 October 2026
• Starting Salary: £26,295.75
• Hours per week: 36.25
• £13.95 per hour

For further information, contact Tracey Abbott 01343 563138