We’re looking for an IT Business Officer (Finance), Interested?

Do you want a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others? Are you looking for a new challenge? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!

The team…

IT Services operates at the very core of the Council’s operations, working with services and key stakeholders to empower employees to deliver the Council priorities through the use of technology.

We have made a significant investment into the IT Strategy to further support the council’s ambitions, with the key goals of Service, Value, Security and Agility.

The Service Management Team manage the IT budget to ensure effective and efficient management of the IT Revenue and Capital budgets. Manage the IT software and hardware asset management process. Deliver and manage the IT contracts. Deliver savings and efficiencies and service improvements

About the role….

People really are our greatest asset at Gateshead Council, and we value every employee. We encourage our people to think differently, do the right thing and be innovative.

We are looking for an IT Business Officer (Finance) within the IT Service Management Team, to plan, develop, maintain and manage the IT budget management process and procedures; to ensure the effective and efficient management of the IT Revenue and Capital budgets. To work closely with the Service Director IT Services and the Strategic Service Manager – Service Management and Infrastructure on the delivery of savings and efficiencies, service improvement and other corporate initiatives. To undertake project work where required.

The successful candidate will

• Support the Service Director and the Strategic Service Manager – Service Management and Infrastructure with the management of the IT Revenue and Capital budgets and prepare reports on current spend and future commitments.
• Develop and manage the IT revenue budget management process to ensure financial resources are allocated and utilised effectively so that the council achieves maximum value from its investment in hardware and software assets.
• Develop budget monitoring processes and work with IT Managers with the control and analysis of spend related to their area and with the management of future spend commitments.
• Provide advice and guidance to IT Managers, Project Managers and other Officers on budget management methods and their roles and responsibilities in relation to the budget management processes.
• Assist the Strategic Service Manager – Service Management and Infrastructure in the management and delivery of the IT Services Capital budget, monitoring expenditure and liaising with stakeholders.
• Creation of budget management reports and benchmarking data. Reporting to the relevant stakeholders in line with the council’s budget management framework.
• Undertake project work as part of the Strategic Service Manager – Service Management and Infrastructure and for other IT Managers as required e.g. spend analysis projects, implementation of initiatives
• Develop and manage effective invoicing, billing and payment processes, including setting up of e-billing arrangements
• Liaise with suppliers regarding billing processes and queries, ensuring prompt payment of invoices in line with council policy.
• Develop, implement and monitor processes and procedures that support the effective management of the service e.g. IT Purchase Approval/Finding Requests process, sickness monitoring.
• Assist the Strategic Service Manager – Service Management and Infrastructure with the management and delivery of a variety of IT projects linked to savings, efficiencies, service planning and improvement.
• Provide cover for the IT Business Officer (IT Asset Management)

A bit about Gateshead Council…

Gateshead is a constantly changing borough combining modern facilities with a fascinating heritage and the demand for our services continues to grow. We engage with many partners and contract a high number of services to deliver the best outcomes for our community. We’re truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a sector leading service. We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.

People really are our greatest asset at Gateshead Council, and we value every employee. We encourage our people to think differently, do the right thing and be innovative.

What’s in it for you? Well, there’s so much on offer and here’s just a few of the highlights!

• You’ll be paid a competitive salary £37,938 – £40,476
• We’ll help you save for your future with an outstanding employer contribution to your pension.
• You will receive an annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per year (pro-rata for part time employees) rising to 32, 2 of which may be fixed by the council at any time. You also have the chance to buy up to 10 additional holidays per year.
• You’ll have the opportunity to participate in the Council’s Flexi time scheme, subject to management approval and business needs, which could be up to 26 flexi days per year.
• We offer hybrid working arrangements to ensure a positive work life balance.
• A robust Workforce Development offer with opportunities for learning to progress your career and to enhance your knowledge in specific areas.
• You’ll have access to great health and wellbeing support. Services and ability to use our cycle to work scheme.
• Working with our partners, GLL you can also access discounted leisure facilities Gym and Leisure Centre Memberships | Better
• You’ll have access to our new benefits platform VIVUP where you can get discounts and offers on online and high street shopping

It’s time to apply!

We’re delighted that you want to come and work with us. Please take a look at the full job profile via this link

Location : Gateshead

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