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There has never been a better time to join the University Schools Trust, we work collaboratively to deliver a shared vision of inclusive, high quality and transformational education delivered by schools which are deeply rooted in the communities we serve.
We are expanding our Central Finance Team, and we are looking to recruit a Finance Business Partner. Reporting to the Head of Finance Business Partner in their financial and strategic decision making. You will be based at our head office in Tower Hamlets but will require considerable time to be spent on-site at the schools across the trust.
About the post:
As a Finance Business Partner, you will play a crucial role in supporting budget holders in their financial and strategic decision making. Working within the central finance team you will be responsible for:
<ul>
<li>Providing financial guidance and support to senior management and budget holders.</li>
<li>Challenging and supporting senior management in managing spend on a portfolio basis.</li>
<li>Recognising potential risk and opportunities and identifying solutions to manage them.</li>
<li>The monthly end reporting cycle and management accounts.</li>
<li>Periodic forecasting and yearly budget setting.</li>
<li>Helping to translate financial information into insightful commentaries.</li>
<li>Providing input into benchmarking, dashboarding and financial modelling.</li>
<li>Overseeing operational financial management and audits.</li>
</ul>
About you:
The successful candidate for the role of Finance Business Partner will have:
<ul>
<li>A CIMA/ACCA/CIPFA qualification or be qualfied by expereiance.</li>
<li>Strong accounting knowledge and ability to explain concepts to colleagues.</li>
<li>Extensive experience in financial management, including budget monitoring and risk management.</li>
<li>Expertise in completing financial reports and handling both core transactional and strategic responsibilities.</li>
<li>Sound organisation and time management skills with an attention to detail.</li>
<li>Be able to adapt to changing priorities in a pressurised environment.</li>
</ul>
About us:
The University Schools Trust (UST) is a partnership of schools, universities, and public and private sector bodies. We are uniquely placed to change the educational landscape for the pupils, staff, parents and wider communities whom we serve.
Established in September 2016, UST currently comprises four member schools located in two London Boroughs:
<ul>
<li>St Paul’s Way School (SPW) 3 - 18 all-through school in Tower Hamlets</li>
<li>Royal Greenwich Trust School (RGTS) 11 - 18 secondary school in Greenwich</li>
<li>Cyril Jackson Primary School (CJPS) 3 - 11 primary school in Tower Hamlets</li>
<li>Sir William Burrough Primary School (SWB) 3 - 11 primary school in Tower Hamlets</li>
</ul>
We are a group of schools with strong, mutually impactful relationships - which is key to our success and therefore with a strong appetite for growth.
We are committed to empowering communities, improving social justice and breaking barriers for social mobility, and have a particular focus on reducing the attainment gap for those who are amongst the most disadvantaged in our society.
The UST is exceptionally aspirational for the young people it currently serves, and we are deeply committed to extending our work in order to have an even greater impact on educational outcomes for young people.
If you would like to play your part in building and delivering an outstanding service for UST, we would very much like to hear from you.
The University Schools Trust, East London, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.
<a href="https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding" target="_blank">https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding</a>
Interview date: TBC
Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early. 
We do not accept CVs alone.

Finance Business Partner

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.We have a simple vision and strategy that defines what we are trying to achieve, our purpose and our approach which underpin the principles of Adult Social Care, and we continue to work in support of this.In a simple sense all our work, at whatever level should continue to support the strategy of: ‘Providing support, in the least intrusive manner possible, based on the assets, resources and abilities that are available to people’.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

<ul>
	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? The Financial Assessment and Operations Service provides front line support to adult social care service users and providers of care. The primary responsibilities of the service are to provide accurate and informed financial support to residents who use local authority funded care services. The team are responsible for undertaking assessments of resident’s financial circumstances and determining the amount of charges they will be required to pay towards their care services. In addition, the service is responsible for paying local authority commissioned providers of adult social care. The team are responsible for processing and reviewing the financial assessments records and dealing with financial assessment enquiries and resolving customer queries.&nbsp; All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role. This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).Who are we looking for? <ul>
<li> We are looking for someone to join the Financial Assessment team.&nbsp;</li>
<li>This person must have good numeracy skills along with good written and verbal communication skills. This person will demonstrate confidence when talking to customers and resolving queries.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Under pressure, this person can work both independently and as part of a team supporting each other. &nbsp;</li>
<li>With our line of work, there is constant change and you must be able to adapt to said change.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Prioritisation with minimum supervision is key to be successful in this role.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Good IT skills using a range of different applications is essential to the role.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience of working with the public in a financial capacity or customer service role is preferred but not essential as training will be provided.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Have G.C.S.E Maths and English Grade 4 or above qualification.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul> For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): 20th of November 2025About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Financial Assessment Support Assistant

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.We are a diverse and dynamic Financial Management Team responsible for providing a diverse range of functions to drive the Council to fulfil its transformational journey We deliver the full range of financial management and accounting services to facilitate effective delivery of services to support the people of Coventry and deliver projects which are redefining the infrastructure of the city.Working flexibly with internal officers and external partners we aim to ensure finance is at the heart of everything that the Council does.The organisation has a high expectation of our service, and we will continue to support and develop our staff to have the skills to deliver a quality service.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

<ul>
	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? We are pleased to offer this exciting opportunity to join Coventry City Council's Financial Management Team. &nbsp;We are looking two Accountants, one to work in our Major Projects Team and one to work in our Business Partnering Team.<ul>
<li>As a link between the finance team and service leads these two roles are an exciting opportunity to provide strategic financial support and advice, enabling effective financial planning, modelling and management, through pro-active partnering arrangements and the development of effective financial information, within several service areas.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Work flexibly to support the delivery of all activity driven by the Annual Financial Cycle including budget monitoring, final accounts and budget setting whilst ensuring outputs meet professional standards. &nbsp;
</li>
<li>Promote value for money and efficiency throughout all areas of the Council's operations looking for opportunities for innovation both in the operation of the finance function and in the activities of relevant service areas. &nbsp;
</li>
<li>Interpreting data and financial information and presenting findings to managers and management teams concisely to enable effective decision making.</li>
</ul>&nbsp;All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.Who are we looking for? You will be a fully qualified Chartered Accountants or actively studying towards (CCAB or CIMA)You will have the skill and confidence to influence decision making and identify improved ways of working, driving change against a backdrop of shifting priorities.&nbsp;We are looking for someone with a good level of numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills, to help drive though positive changes.The successful candidate will:<ul>
<li>Be a conscientious individual with excellent communication skills. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Able to prepare / interpret complex financial information and present this to key stakeholders including budget holders, senior managers, management teams and project teams as appropriate.  &nbsp;
</li>
<li>Work effectively under pressure including meeting unpredictable deadlines and dealing with conflicting demands.</li>
<li>Support the wider Teams commitment to embedding diversity, equity &amp; inclusion across the service.</li>
<li>Work with various stakeholders including external partners to build, maintain and promote effective working relationships.  &nbsp;
</li>
<li>Develop financial planning solutions based on an understanding of service policy issues and developments.  &nbsp;
</li>
<li>Be proactive and have a willingness to develop.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>If you have just become an accountant, this post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Standard DBS check.If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): Friday 14th of November&nbsp;About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Accountant

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Formed in 2010, the Audit Partnership provides assurance, consultancy, risk and counter fraud services to both Dartford Borough and Sevenoaks District Councils.
With your professional skills and experience (CIA/PIIA qualified or equivalent) you’ll support the Head of Internal Audit to deliver the service and the Audit plan. In addition to this, you’ll put your organisational and accuracy skills into practice by managing your own audits as well as mentoring and supervising the work of our Trainee Auditors.
Working across all sections of both councils, you’ll provide a high quality, customer-focused service to ensure that audits are high quality and conducted in line with the Global Internal Audit Standards. You’ll have the opportunity to provide value, insightful assurance and consultancy to a variety of areas as well as working on complex projects and investigations.
This role is ideally suited to someone looking to develop and take the next step in their Audit career.
What’s in it for you?
We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation – our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing.
Other benefits include:
<ul>
<li>Enhanced annual leave of 31 days (excluding bank holidays)</li>
<li>Additional leave after 5 years of service</li>
<li>Extra Christmas closure day</li>
<li>Hybrid working</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Opportunities to join in with social activities</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
<li>Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more,</li>
<li>Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts on your MOT</li>
<li>Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, a free, 24/7, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service</li>
</ul>
Do you want to know more about the role? 
For further details on the role, please contact Jennifer Warrillow, Head of Internal Audit, on 01732 227053.
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 2nd November 2025 
Interviews: TBC

Senior Auditor

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Please apply online via the 'Apply online' button which will take you to the Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your account to view the status of your application.&nbsp;
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Please contact Recruitment Services on 01784 444263 (24hr answer phone) or email <a href="mailto:recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk</a> if you are having difficulty applying online.
Service Business Partner
Salary £39,051 - £52,595 pa (bar at £47,107pa)
Full Time 36 hours per week
Are you a finance professional who thrives on making a tangible impact? Do you want to use your skills to support a thriving community and help shape the financial future of a progressive council?
At Spelthorne Borough Council, we are more than just a local authority. Strategically located just south of Heathrow and alongside the River Thames, we are proud to serve one of the most dynamic areas in the west of London. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality services, protecting our valued environment, and supporting the wellbeing of our residents.
We are now looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Finance Service as a Service Business Partner.
Why Join Us?
<ul>
<li>Make a Difference: Be part of a team that is central to supporting strategic decisions and enabling positive change across the Council.</li>
<li>Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, and a strong focus on wellbeing.</li>
<li>Professional Growth: Take advantage of training, development programmes, and leadership pathways to support your career progression.</li>
<li>Inclusive Culture: We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion – where everyone is respected and encouraged to thrive.</li>
</ul>
About the Role
As a Service Business Partner, you will provide high-quality financial support and commercial insight to Housing Services Team, Group Heads, Service Managers, and budget holders. You will play a key role in helping the Council manage resources effectively, identify opportunities for improvement, and support informed decision-making.
Your core responsibilities will include:
<ul>
<li>Delivering accurate budget monitoring</li>
<li>Timely financial reporting and forecasting</li>
<li>Supporting the annual budget-setting and year-end processes</li>
<li>Contributing to strategic planning and governance</li>
<li>Advising services on financial sustainability and Housing General Fund.</li>
</ul>
This is a great opportunity to add real value in a forward-thinking council where finance is central to driving transformation and aim to achieve financial sustainability through disciplined planning, effective governance, and transparent reporting.
Spelthorne Borough Council use the Microsoft Authenticator app as a secure way of accessing our network.&nbsp; Successful candidates will be required to use their own mobile device to download and use Authenticator.
This post is identified as a hybrid post supporting both office and home working in line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy. The post holder will be required to attend the office in line with a rota and any service requirements.
In return, we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits’ package that includes flexible working hours, pension scheme and at least 23 days’ paid leave per year (pro rata for part time).&nbsp;
Closing date: 3 November 2025 (noon)
Interview date: To be confirmed
To apply please use the ‘apply online’ button below.
CVs can only be accepted in support of a completed application form.
Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates.&nbsp; If we have not contacted, you within 3 weeks of the closing date then your application has been unsuccessful.
All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date.
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Spelthorne Borough Council

Service Business Partner

Ealing Council is a diverse and ambitious organisation that serves one of the largest and most multi-cultural boroughs in London.We are committed to improving the lives of our residents by building strong and connected communities. We aim to create an environment where every child can reach their potential and achieve their dreams.To help us achieve this, we have created a new role of School Bursarial and Resources Strategic Lead.We are looking to recruit a dynamic, experienced professional with a strong background in financial management. The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational and communication skills, proven experience of leading teams and delivering successful projects and the ability to collaborate with and influence stakeholders at all levels.As a School Bursarial and Resources Strategic Lead, you will:Lead and manage a sustainable, innovative, evolving School Bursarial Service, comprised of dedicated experienced education finance specialists, providing a client focused traded service that delivers strategic, operational and complex financial management advice, support and training to a large number of local authority maintained schools across the borough.Maintain frontload a case load of schools, delivering strategic, operational and complex financial management advice, support and training to school staff at all levels.Manage and support with projects related to financial and resource management, including to deliver training programmes and develop the use of software solutions for effective budget monitoring and management.Play a major role in supporting school financial sustainability, including supporting schools to set sustainable budgets, monitoring and risk management for school leaders and governors across all Local Authority maintained schools in Ealing and deficit recovery planning.Play a pivotal role in the planning, co-ordination and strategic development of the Dedicated Schools Grant for schools, High Needs and Early Years, both devolved to schools and centrally retained. This will include budget modelling, forecasting, making finance recommendations and communicating key changes to senior management and schools.Work with the head of service and Assistant Director on schools forum reporting, relationship management and decision making.Collaborate, work in partnership with and influence a wide range of stakeholders, including schools, internal services and departments, other LA’s, education professionals and central government.Where we workWe try to go to the office at Ealing Headquarters at least twice a week, and some of our work is done in the schools and communities of the borough of Ealing.You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage. It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.We’ve tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.Please note all applications will be determined on merit.Get in touch if you would like to know more.If you are interested in the role and working for Ealing, we would love to receive your application. If you would like an informal discussion about the role before you apply, contact Kim Price email <a href="mailto:kprice@ealing.gov.uk" target="_blank">kprice@ealing.gov.uk</a>.This post is subject to Ealing Council’s enhanced vetting process.<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/20806/school_bursarial_and_resources_strategic_lead.pdf" target="_blank">Role profile</a>Closing date: Thursday 06 November 2025.<ul></ul>

London Borough of Ealing

School Bursarial and Resources Strategic Lead

Ealing Council is a diverse and ambitious organisation that serves one of the largest and most multi-cultural boroughs in London.We are committed to improving the lives of our residents by building strong and connected communities. We aim to create an environment where every child can reach their potential and achieve their dreams.To help us achieve this, we have created a new role of School Bursarial and Resources Strategic Lead.We are looking to recruit a dynamic, experienced professional with a strong background in financial management. The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational and communication skills, proven experience of leading teams and delivering successful projects and the ability to collaborate with and influence stakeholders at all levels.As a School Bursarial and Resources Strategic Lead, you will:Lead and manage a sustainable, innovative, evolving School Bursarial Service, comprised of dedicated experienced education finance specialists, providing a client focused traded service that delivers strategic, operational and complex financial management advice, support and training to a large number of local authority maintained schools across the borough.Maintain frontload a case load of schools, delivering strategic, operational and complex financial management advice, support and training to school staff at all levels.Manage and support with projects related to financial and resource management, including to deliver training programmes and develop the use of software solutions for effective budget monitoring and management.Play a major role in supporting school financial sustainability, including supporting schools to set sustainable budgets, monitoring and risk management for school leaders and governors across all Local Authority maintained schools in Ealing and deficit recovery planning.Play a pivotal role in the planning, co-ordination and strategic development of the Dedicated Schools Grant for schools, High Needs and Early Years, both devolved to schools and centrally retained. This will include budget modelling, forecasting, making finance recommendations and communicating key changes to senior management and schools.Work with the head of service and Assistant Director on schools forum reporting, relationship management and decision making.Collaborate, work in partnership with and influence a wide range of stakeholders, including schools, internal services and departments, other LA’s, education professionals and central government.Where we workWe try to go to the office at Ealing Headquarters at least twice a week, and some of our work is done in the schools and communities of the borough of Ealing.You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage. It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.We’ve tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.Please note all applications will be determined on merit.Get in touch if you would like to know more.If you are interested in the role and working for Ealing, we would love to receive your application. If you would like an informal discussion about the role before you apply, contact Kim Price email <a href="mailto:kprice@ealing.gov.uk" target="_blank">kprice@ealing.gov.uk</a>.This post is subject to Ealing Council’s enhanced vetting process.<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/21116/school_bursarial_and_resources_strategic_lead.pdf" target="_blank">Role profile:</a>Closing date: Thursday 06 November 2025.<ul></ul>

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job Title: Senior Accountancy OfficerA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp; &nbsp;Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!The Role:As a Senior Accountancy Officer you will be responsible for providing high-quality financial advice, guidance, and support to budget holders.&nbsp;Your main objective will be to contribute to the overall improvement in the management and performance of the financial administration of the City Council, with particular regard to the financial and operational management of services. Applications will be accepted from candidates who are working towards completing their AAT.&nbsp;&nbsp;About you:<ul>
<li>Part Qualified Accountant (CCAB) or AAT qualified (or working towards completion or suitably qualifying experience)</li>
<li>Experience of working accurately with procedures and deadlines in a financial environment and providing advice on those procedures&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience of and the ability to prepare budgets and final accounts within a framework of recognised accounting standards</li>
<li>Experience of providing financial information and advice to budget holders/non finance managers</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, particularly the ability to communicate complex financial issues to managers with a non-finance background&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to contribute to a team working environment&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to analyse and evaluate data&nbsp;</li>
<li>An understanding of and a personal commitment to the Vision and Values of Liverpool City Council &nbsp;</li>
</ul>&nbsp;This role is fixed term for the purpose of Maternity Leave &nbsp;and will end 13th November 2026<ul>
<li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li>
<li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li>
<li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li>
<li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li>
<li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li>
<li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>
<li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Medicash&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight Monday 3rd November 2025 Shortlisting date: w/c Monday 3rd November 2025 Interview date: w/c Monday 24th November 2025 Interview type: Face to faceWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Ashlety Stoddart at <a href="mailto:ashley.stoddart@lverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">ashley.stoddart@lverpool.gov.uk</a>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.Delete as appropriate: Please be advised it is our understanding that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visa and Immigration <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes</a> . For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit Home Office: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list</a>This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

Liverpool City Council

Liverpool City Council needs you!

Senior Accountancy Officer

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Assistant Finance Manager&nbsp;
 £54,267 - £57,402 per annnum
 We are looking to recruit to three Assistant Finance Manager positions in the Finance Team supporting the following areas:&nbsp;
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<li>&nbsp;Adults &amp; Health&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Inclusive Economy &amp; Housing&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Financial Strategy&nbsp;</li> </ul>
 Help Build a Fairer Newham&nbsp;
 Newham is a vibrant inner-city borough in the heart of East London with excellent transport links to the rest of the Capital and South-East England. Home to the Olympic Park, the Royal Docks and City Hall, it is also one of the youngest and most diverse councils in the country, with a mission to Build a Fairer Newham for all of its Residents.&nbsp; &nbsp;
 The Council's Finance Department are now recruiting to the Assistant Finance Manager level for individuals who are looking for a fresh challenge or candidates with relevant experience looking to progress to the next stage of their career.&nbsp;
 The Assistant Finance Manager will play a key role in improving financial management &amp; control, and accountability across the organisation, and enable effective proactive financial planning. We have three roles available at this level, all focussed on ensuring finance and organisational transformation is delivered efficiently and effectively, at speed.&nbsp; &nbsp;
 You'll support the strategic, financial reporting or partnering activities of one of our front-line services. Whether your focus is on Adults &amp; Health, Inclusive Economy &amp; Housing or within Financial Strategy, you’ll be expected to fuse innovation, effectiveness, efficiency and sustainability into everything you do.&nbsp;
 We are looking for innovative individuals who can lead by example and help build a sustainable, highly effective, service that delivers exceptional support for one of our front-line departments or the council as a whole.&nbsp;
 Ultimately, this is about making everyday life better for over 350,000 people across the borough, as well as millions of workers and visitors. You’ll introduce more robust planning, find new revenue streams – and help us invest further in our resident-centric services.&nbsp;
 The Job Description includes details of the role’s purpose and responsibilities. Specific areas of responsibility include:&nbsp;
 Adults &amp; Health&nbsp;
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<li>Support the delivery of high-quality financial management across Adult Social Care and Public Health services, working closely with senior finance colleagues&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Assisting in the preparation and monitoring of forecasts for the Adult Social Care external placements budget through the preparation of large data sets.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Supporting the development of financial models, options appraisals, and variance analysis to inform service planning.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Contributing to the financial aspects of transformation projects within Adult Social Care.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Working closely with the Adult Social Care Department to provide support of the budget monitoring and year-end financial process&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Conduct in-depth financial analysis into aspects of trend analysis and forecasts when required&nbsp;</li> </ul>
 Inclusive Economy &amp; Housing&nbsp;
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<li>Predominantly working with Housing Services to support their budget monitoring and budget management in particular relating to Temporary Accommodation&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Provision of professional financial and accounting advice to budget managers across the Housing General Fund service&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Support and challenge on MTFS savings delivery and potential resolutions where pressures arise&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Financial modelling of Temporary Accommodation income and expenditure including reconciliations and trend analysis to inform forecast options&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Reconciliation of Temporary Accommodation expenditure with the Northgate Housing Management System&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Monitoring and maintaining the various funding sources and maximising allocations in line with demand and expenditure&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Analysing the position on arrears and actively working with other services to find solutions to reducing the pressure&nbsp;</li> </ul>
 Financial Strategy&nbsp;
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<li>Working within a small team to support development of the Council’s Medium Term Financial Strategy and budget management regime.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Modelling growth, investments, and savings for the medium-term financial strategy.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Establish/Maintain key central finance methodologies and processes e.g. corporate recharge model, Sales Fees &amp; Charges, Establishment pay model, Collection Fund, Government Grant Funding.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Support scenario modelling in response to policy and funding changes.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Support the annual budget setting process, ensuring transparency and alignment with Council priorities.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Support Coordination of Monthly Revenue Budget Monitoring including savings, reserves, and corporate funding.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Analyse evidence-based options for savings and investment to inform Budget development.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Support production of the outturn position and support in closing of accounts&nbsp; &nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Collaborate across finance to improve systems, budget monitoring, and reporting.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Providing Finance Support to the Transformation Team in development and delivery of the transformation programme to ensure potential savings are accurately defined and ultimately delivered and properly accounted for.&nbsp;</li> </ul>
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<li>Working with Budget Holders in Central Services assisting in the production of an effective budget plan within existing cash limits for the service; preparation and monitoring of forecasts; Supporting the development of financial models, options appraisals, and variance analysis to inform service planning; and supporting year-end financial process&nbsp;</li> </ul>
 An essential requirement of this role is for applicants to be a full member of CCAB (preferably CIPFA) or part qualified; AAT equivalent with relevant experience, e.g. 2+ years working in the sector.&nbsp;
 For more information or for a confidential discussion, please contact Hayley O’Brien on 020 3373 9394 or Nicholas Pyne on 020 3373 7385&nbsp; &nbsp;
 If you are interested in this role, please submit a supporting statement, explaining in no more than 1 x A4 side on why you would like to apply. Please ensure you state a preference for the area you are interested in and note this will be based on suitability.&nbsp;
 Please view JD here

 Closing date: 9^th November 2025&nbsp;
 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct

London Borough of Newham

Assistant Finance Manager

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>This pivotal role supports the monthly Education payments cycle, ensuring smooth panel operations, accurate documentation, and timely payments. You’ll be central to maintaining financial compliance and supporting education providers with funding queries and processes.&nbsp;<h2>Additional information</h2>Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting education funding processes? We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Co-ordinator &amp; Administrator to join our Education Payments Team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. <ul>
<li>Strong administrative and financial skills</li>
<li>Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively and handle sensitive queries</li>
<li>Experience with financial systems and Microsoft Office tools</li>
<li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement</li>
</ul><h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Finance Co-ordinator and Administrator

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Senior Accountant

Directorate: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Resources
Department:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Accountancy
Salary: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Grade F - £34,434 to £38,220 per year
Hours:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 37 hours per week – Monday to Friday
Type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Permanent
Location: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ilkeston Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Hybrid working available.
Senior Accountant – Shape Your Career in a Council Preparing for the Future
Are you a skilled finance professional looking for a role that offers variety, responsibility and the chance to grow? Join us as a Senior Accountant and play a key part in supporting the financial health of our council during a time of exciting change.
Why Join Us Now?
We are entering a significant period of transformation as part of a wider local government reorganisation, where we will bemoving from a borough council to a new unitary authority in 2028.&nbsp; This change is designed to simplify services and strengthen local decision making - creating fresh opportunities for personal development, new experiences and the chance to grow your career in a newly evolving organisation.
About the Role
As Senior Accountant, you will provide professional accountancy advice to service directorates, ensuring compliance with Accounting Standards, legislation and relevant codes of practice.&nbsp; You will:
- Prepare revenue and capital estimates&nbsp;
- Assist with year-end closure and contribute to the Statement of Accounts&nbsp;
- Provide detailed monthly monitoring reports and investigate budget variances&nbsp;
- Reconcile and monitor the council’s Collection Fund&nbsp;
- Manage special projects and business process improvements&nbsp;
- Oversee financial systems, insurance arrangements, VAT returns and leasing records&nbsp;
- Provide financial analysis for partner organisations&nbsp;
You will also play a key role in interpreting financial regulations, recommending improvements, and supporting decision-making across the council.
What We’re Looking For
- CCAB part qualified accountant or Association of Accounting Technicians (Level 4) with relevant experience.
- Strong technical knowledge of local government finance&nbsp;
- Excellent analytical and communication skills&nbsp;
- A proactive, organised and collaborative approach&nbsp;
What We Offer
In addition to a competitive salary, you will also have access to:
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<li>Generous annual leave package – 29 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays a year</li>
<li>Free workplace car parking within the Borough</li>
<li>Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development</li>
<li>Family friendly flexible and hybrid working policies available</li>
<li>Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and access to Shared Cost AVCs</li>
<li>Discounted gym and leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme</li>
<li>Access to our Vivup employee benefits platform which includes savings and salary sacrifice schemes for the purchase of home and electronics goods, and cycle to work scheme.</li>
</ul>
Apply Now
If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career and want to be part of a council preparing for the future, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity and more information about working for Erewash Borough Council please contact Judy Fay, Chief Accountant on 0115 907 1054.&nbsp;
No advertisers or recruitment agencies please.&nbsp;
Closing date for applications is Sunday, 9th November 2025 at midnight.

Interviews for this position will be held w/c 10 November 2025.&nbsp; 
How to Apply

To apply please visit <a href="http://www.erewash.gov.uk/job-search" target="_blank">http://www.erewash.gov.uk/job-search</a>
Interested candidates can apply with a CV and a supporting statement, clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role.&nbsp;&nbsp;
You will be requested to provide some basic information before you upload your CV.
Alternatively, an application form and job description are available from Human Resources, Erewash Borough Council, Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP. Telephone: 0115 931 6000 (24 hr. voicemail) or e-mail:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jobs@erewash.gov.uk" target="_blank">jobs@erewash.gov.uk</a>
If you are a current employee of Erewash Borough Council and you wish to apply for this vacancy, you must apply through your Employee Self Service account.&nbsp; If you do not have access to Employee Self Service, you must complete a paper or word version of Erewash Borough Council’s job application form.
The Council is positive about disabled people and those who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview.
The Council also supports the Armed Forces Covenant and those who have previously worked in the armed forces and meet the essential shortlisting criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Please ensure that you make it clear on your application form that you wish to be considered under these criteria.

Senior Accountant

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Please apply online by clicking the link below



There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
About the Role
Wirral’s SENDSTART team is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented SEND Data &amp; Finance Officer to lead on the analysis, management and reporting of SEND finance and performance data. This role is essential to ensuring robust financial oversight and data integrity across Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) processes.
You will be responsible for maintaining and developing the SEND finance and pupil database, supporting budget monitoring, statutory returns and performance reporting. Working closely with commissioning, finance and casework colleagues, you’ll help ensure the service meets its statutory duties and delivers high-quality outcomes for children and young people with SEND.
Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Design, maintain and optimise the SEND finance and pupil database as a strategic planning tool.</li>
<li>Monitor and report on financial commitments, including payments for out-of-authority placements and SEND provision in schools and colleges.</li>
<li>Prepare detailed reports for senior managers, including budget forecasts and performance analysis.</li>
<li>Support statutory returns such as SEN2 and the Alternative Provision Census.</li>
<li>Administer inter-authority payments and approve purchase orders for SEND placements and services.</li>
<li>Analyse SEND education performance data across all key stages, including benchmarking and post-16 destinations.</li>
<li>Ensure data quality through robust QA techniques and cross-referencing systems.</li>
<li>Contribute to inspections and service improvement initiatives through accurate data provision.</li>
</ul>
About You
You will bring:
<ul>
<li>Proven experience in financial and data analysis, ideally within a local authority or education setting.</li>
<li>Strong IT skills, including proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, and reporting tools (e.g. SQL, Power BI, Business Objects).</li>
<li>Experience in managing budgets and compiling statistical reports to support decision-making.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly to a range of audiences.</li>
<li>A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet statutory deadlines.</li>
<li>Knowledge of SEND processes and funding mechanisms is desirable.</li>
</ul>
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of SEND services in Wirral. You’ll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, helping to shape data-driven decisions that improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND.
&nbsp;To apply or find out more, please contact Danielle Smith, SEND Manager, <a href="mailto:daniellesmith2@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">daniellesmith2@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

SEND Data and Finance Analyst

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed online application form.



A Message from the Head of Finance
“This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking finance team at Charnwood Borough Council. As Senior Accountancy Assistant, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality financial services. We’re looking for someone proactive, detail-oriented, and ready to make a real impact. If you’re&nbsp;passionate about public sector finance and want to grow in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.” The Role
<ul>
<li>Coordinating and monitoring the Council’s capital accounts and programme</li>
<li>Maintaining the capital asset register and calculating asset rentals</li>
<li>Advising on capital finance and accounting matters</li>
<li>Liaising with internal teams, external auditors, and valuers</li>
<li>Preparing and monitoring revenue budgets and final accounts</li>
<li>Leading on Section 106 records and IFRS16 lease accounting</li>
<li>Supporting capital bids and government returns</li>
<li>Deputising for the Group Accountant – Capital when needed</li>
</ul>
The Person
Essential:
<ul>
<li>Part-qualified CCAB or full AAT, or equivalent experience</li>
<li>At least 2 years’ experience in capital accounting and budgeting within a local authority</li>
<li>Strong grasp of capital accounting regulations and financial systems</li>
<li>Proficient in Excel and Word</li>
<li>Excellent communicator and collaborator</li>
</ul>
Desirable:
<ul>
<li>Experience with capital appraisal techniques and alternative funding sources</li>
<li>Awareness of current developments in local government capital accounting</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;The Benefits of working with us:
<ul>
<li>Be part of a supportive, professional finance team</li>
<li>Make a real difference to public services and community development</li>
<li>Enjoy flexible working and a collaborative environment</li>
<li>Benefit from generous annual leave (35.5–40.5 days incl. bank holidays)</li>
<li>Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
<li>Professional development opportunities</li>
<li>Inclusive workplace: Disability Confident Employer &amp; Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award holder</li>
<li>Wellbeing-focused culture with active staff groups</li>
</ul>
About Charnwood &nbsp; Charnwood is one of England’s largest shire districts, serving over 183,000 residents. From recycling to running theatres and markets, we’re proud of our diverse services and vibrant community. Loughborough, our central town, is home to a world-class university, historic markets, and the UK’s only major bell foundry.

Charnwood Borough Council

Senior Accountancy Assistant F302

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Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a>



Are you looking for your next role in a small friendly local authority finance team? Are you a detail-oriented financial professional with a passion for Capital Accounting and Treasury Management? 
We’re looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our Finance team, supporting the Accountancy Section. &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Assist with the preparation and update of the capital program and support treasury management, ensuring accuracy and integrity in all financial processes.</li>
<li>Be the finance business partner for capital, &nbsp;supporting &nbsp;service departments and providing guidance on budget monitoring, financial position, and compliance.</li>
<li>Assist in preparing the Council’s financial statements and liaise with external auditors.</li>
<li>Support the implementation of financial policies and legislation, translating complex requirements for both financial and non-financial colleagues.</li>
<li>Represent Finance at committees and working groups, influencing decision-making and promoting best practice.</li>
<li>Contribute to the Council’s Medium Term Financial Strategy and forward planning.</li>
</ul>
What we’re looking for:
<ul>
<li>A fully qualified AAT accountant with at least two years’ post-qualification experience.</li>
<li>Proven experience in budget monitoring, financial analysis, and preparing statutory accounts.</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels.</li>
<li>A positive, flexible, and resilient approach, with a commitment to continuous professional development.</li>
<li>Ability to interpret and apply financial policies, and present complex information clearly.</li>
<li>Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial systems.</li>
</ul>
Why join us?
<ul>
<li>Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, committed to delivering high-quality financial services.</li>
<li>Play a key role in shaping the Council’s financial future and supporting essential community services.</li>
<li>Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development.</li>
</ul>
We offer flexible working arrangements, giving you the choice to work remotely, in our Kings Hill office, or in a hybrid pattern that combines both. While the majority of your duties can be carried out remotely, some office attendance will be required to support team collaboration and key meetings.
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer by clicking here: <a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council</a>
Interested? For an informal discussion about the role, please contact our Principal Accountant, Donna Riley (01732 876381). (Direct candidates only, no agencies)
Interviews to be held on 12 or 13 November 2025

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Senior Accountant - Capital & Treasury

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The Pensions Service are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the pensions projects team as a Pensions Officer for a fixed term 6 month position.&nbsp;You will be performance focussed and driven to provide excellent customer service. &nbsp;You must demonstrate a flexible approach to delivering all aspects of pension administration. This should be achieved whilst meeting the legislative requirements and critical deadlines across the Local Government Pension Scheme.Experience of working in a similar environment, where you have shown the ability to be calm under pressure and make timely decisions, would be an advantage. We will provide full and comprehensive training to give you the skills and confidence you need to complete the role. The successful candidates will have excellent attention to detail and be able to communicate effectively through all available channels, to both members and colleagues alike.We are a welcoming team who continually support each other in achieving both personal and departmental goals.Please note, previous applicants need not apply.If you have any queries please contact <a href="mailto:gemma.smith@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">gemma.smith@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? The Pensions Officer role sits within the Projects team &nbsp;and is responsible for pension administration tasks including processing benefit calculations, data input and validation, responding to queries from members, employers, pensioners and dependents, peer check colleagues’ casework, updating/processing member records with the relevant information. &nbsp;This fast-paced customer facing role is critical to ensure casework is either dealt with immediately at the point of contact or is efficiently allocated to the appropriate casework team.Please see job description for further information about what this role involves About you Experience of working within the LGPS and ideally experience in a similar role would be advantageous. Your excellent communication skills and confidence with analysing pension issues and offering sound, reliable and professional information will enable you to explain clearly complex pension issues to non-specialists.You will be able to pay high attention to detail to ensure all tasks are processed efficiently and accurately in line with the LGPS regulations using a variety of MS Office and IT resources.Previous experience using Altair and/or ERP is advantageous.We will provide full and comprehensive training to give you the skills and confidence you need to complete the role.Please see person specification for a full list of essential and desirable criteria.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Pensions Officer (Fixed Term - 6 Months)

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Finance and Support Officer&nbsp; Salary:&nbsp;£29,253 - £32,736&nbsp;per annum Grade:&nbsp;C Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week About the Department Thurrock SEND Service, within Education and Commissioning, &nbsp;strives to put children and families at the centre of everything they do as part of the wider Children's Services Directorate About the Role&nbsp; As a Finance and Support Officer you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; To support and advise the Head of Service and other relevant staff in managing and supporting the budgets of SEND, and to support the funding arrangements for Early Years.&nbsp; To support the departments in the management of those budgets throughout the year. This will include the relevant reporting of the financial position throughout the year to officers and identifying options for improving the financial position. Duties include: <ul> <li>Supporting the Head of Service with budget reporting, &nbsp;maintenance and monitoring</li> <li>Ensuring invoices are received, checked and processed in line with Council processes</li> <li>Supporting the Nursery Funding Officer and team in processing early years entitlement payments to providers</li> <li>Authorising SEND equipment requests by by professionals&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Supporting the Commissioned Tuition Monitoring Officer in reconciling payments for tuition services &nbsp;</li> </ul> This role offers the chance to make a real difference by ensuring children and young people receive the provision and services they need in a timely and efficient manner. What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Positive professional attitude</li> <li>Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Word Processing &amp; Typing Skills</li> <li>Ability to collate and process financial information</li> <li>Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels both verbal and in writing.</li> <li>An ability to manage a range of requirements simultaneously to meet deadlines and deal with demands of the role.</li> <li>Excellent verbal and numerical reasoning skills.</li> <li>Good organisational skills</li> <li>Ability to work under pressure</li> <li>Ability to prioritise workload to meet deadlines&nbsp;</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp;5 GCSEs including English &amp; Mathematics&nbsp; DBS Check:&nbsp;Basic&nbsp; Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;9th October 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;2nd November 2025&nbsp; Interview Date: 13th /14th November 2025&nbsp; Additional Information&nbsp; &nbsp;you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Andrea Winstone – Head of School Effectiveness &amp; SEND <a href="mailto:awinstone@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">awinstone@thurrock.gov.uk</a> &nbsp; 07827 823614 To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EUIg1Bq6-8JNlzo7x_iTI68ByQk4CrPyUmryTpSe3wKzlQ?e=2DgS4C" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> &nbsp;About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Finance and Support Officer - Education & Commissioning

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



High Peak Borough Council and Staffordshire Moorlands District Council share a workforce delivering services to two distinct areas with their own priorities and financial reporting.
Financial Technician 
Salary: AG2 (range £25,583 - £27,254 pa)
Full time, Permanent contract
Work location: Predominantly the Buxton office as well as Agile working and the Leek office, in line with business need
We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join the Finance team at High Peak Borough Council (HPBC) and Staffordshire Moorlands District Council (SMDC) as a Financial Technician. This is a full-time permanent position which will primarily work in the Finance Housing Rents team for HPBC. In addition, there will be responsibilities for both HPBC and SMDC on Utilities payments, Purchase Card transactions, Council Tax and Business Rates reconciliations and support on sundry debtor income.
We will be excited to meet with candidates who can demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in their work, with a willingness to take ownership and a dedication to achieving timetables and deadlines.
A Financial Technician role can be the first step in a career in local authority finance, being part of a team which supports the wide range of services delivered by the Councils. The Councils support learning and development as part of the appraisal and development review.
For an informal discussion regarding this job please contact:
Keith Pointon, Head of Finance
<a href="mailto:keith.pointon@staffsmoorlands.gov.uk" target="_blank">keith.pointon@staffsmoorlands.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: Midday, 7th November 2025
Interviews to be held 18th November 2025

Financial Technician

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<h2>Job info</h2>
Organization Name
London Borough of Croydon
Job Family
Finance
Job Grade
Fixed Rate
Locations
United Kingdom | Croydon, London, United Kingdom
Work Locations
BWH - Floor 3 Zone D
Posting Visibility
Internal and External
Full Time or Part Time
Part time
Travel Required
No
Posting Date
30/09/2025
Published Job End Date
24/10/2025 23.55.00
DBS Check Required
No
Job Description
Department:&nbsp;Resources&nbsp; Division:&nbsp;Pensions &amp; Treasury Job Title:&nbsp;Local Pension Board - Independent Chair&nbsp; Hours:&nbsp;36 Location:&nbsp;Bernard Weatherill House Employment Type:&nbsp;Fixed Term

Role of the Board Chair
<ol>
<li>Assisting to secure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidance concerned with the operation of the Pension Scheme, including the TPR General Code of Practice and the Fit for the Future requirements.</li>
<li>Assisting to ensure effective governance and administration is in place and is reviewed as necessary.</li>
<li>Assisting to ensure members are appointed and act in accordance with the Fund Conflicts of Interest Policy and relevant code of practice and to personally model this</li>
<li>To Chair meetings of the Board, encouraging inclusive participation and constructive questioning and debate whilst giving officers the opportunity to respond and provide further information or advice as necessary with a view to reaching consensus decisions where possible; if this is not possible, ensuring any decision reached by vote is recorded and published.</li>
<li>To develop effective working relationships with officers and to collaborate on certain areas of Fund operations including but not limited to:</li>
</ol>
<ul>
<li>Training Plan Development and Delivery</li>
<li>Board Annual Report Drafting&nbsp;</li>
<li>Forward and Business Plans Drafting</li>
<li>Reviewing Board Terms of Reference periodically</li>
<li>Providing insight and advice on Breaches of the Law</li>
<li>Ensuring the Fund Conflicts of Interest Policy and Process is being operated effectively</li>
</ul>
<ol>
<li>To keep abreast of pressures and developments affecting the administering authority and assisting to seek to secure adequate resourcing for effective service delivery by advocacy.</li>
<li>To attend Committee meetings in an advisory capacity – the Committee are required to have regard to advice and insight provided by the Board.</li>
</ol>
Person Specification
<ol>
<li>Ability to absorb and articulate complex regulatory requirements to a variety of stakeholders</li>
<li>Ability to Chair meetings effectively</li>
<li>Excellent Communication Skills</li>
<li>Ability to act as an advocate for securing sufficient resources for effective Fund operations</li>
<li>Ability to work in partnership with Board members, Officers and the Committee.</li>
<li>Ability to ensure compliance with the Fund Conflicts of Interest Policy and process.</li>
<li>Ability to mentor Board colleagues as required.</li>
<li>Ability to attend relevant training as required.</li>
</ol>
Experience / Qualifications
<ol>
<li>Substantial experience of the operation of the LGPS</li>
<li>Comprehensive knowledge of the wider pensions landscape</li>
<li>Membership of a related professional body or relevant experience</li>
<li>Experience of undertaking chairing duties</li>
</ol>
If you are interested in the role, please send a letter of application together with your CV to&nbsp;
The closing date for applications is&nbsp;Friday&nbsp;24 October 2025.
Employer Description
Croydon Council’s priorities

The Council balances its books, listens to residents, and delivers good sustainable services
<ul>
<li>Get a grip on the finances and make the council financially sustainable</li>
<li>Become a council which listens to, respects and works in partnership with Croydon’s diverse communities and&nbsp;businesses</li>
<li>Strengthen collaboration and joint working with partner organisations and the voluntary, community and faith&nbsp;sectors</li>
<li>Ensure good governance is embedded and adopt best practice</li>
<li>Develop our workforce to deliver in a manner that respects the diversity of our communities</li>
</ul>
Key business plan outcomes:
<ul>
<li>Croydon is a place of opportunity for business, earning and learning</li>
<li>Children and young people in Croydon have the chance to thrive, learn and fulfil their potential</li>
<li>Croydon is a cleaner, safer and healthier place, a borough we’re proud to call home</li>
<li>People can lead healthier and independent lives for longer</li>
<li>Croydon Council’s new ways of working</li>
</ul>
Equal Opportunities Statement
Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.&nbsp;
Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, if the role requires one.

Croydon Council

Chair of the Croydon Local Pension Board

About the roleOur Internal Audit service is recognised for its professional, pro-active and supportive approach. We work with all Council services in improving controls, managing risk and driving forward performance in the face of financial and non-financial challenges.We are are keen to hear from potential Auditors who have a passion for working in the public sector for a fixed term role.We work with a range of service areas, making every day different, and deliver internal audit work for a range of external partners. We are currently the trusted internal audit service for a further four local authorities and regularly deliver audits for a range of schools and academy trusts across the region. This will provide the successful applicant with opportunities to build their auditing experience with a variety of assignments and organisations to work with.Our current working arrangements rely on remote and flexible working, which enables us to be responsive to our customers and be available to attend Council sites as needed. Some of our customers are based in Leicestershire, Rutland and Cambridgeshire – so we would be keen to hear from any applicants who are interested in working in these areas. We would be willing to consider applications for part-time working.What will you be doing?The successful applicant will be required to conduct audit testing which will assess the effectiveness of the Council's controls. This will include financial and non-financial controls. So, in the space of an average week, you could be testing the accuracy of payroll payments; checking whether properties have been subject to safety checks; or reviewing the timely processing of safeguarding referrals. Every day really is different and brings new experiences which will be valuable in developing a strong auditing career.The role will require the post holder to understand risk and controls and to use their audit work to reach a conclusion as to whether controls are effective in practice. This gives the Auditor the opportunity to make a real difference to Council services and provide vital assurances to the Council's leadership.About youYou should have an understanding - gained through experience or training - of risk and assurance. You may have experience in local government or a related service which gives you an appreciation of the risk environment and the challenges faced by councils and schools. We are interested to receive applications from those with experience in related fields or sectors who have transferable skills in analysing/protecting data, assessing controls or compliance, tackling fraud; or general risk management. You might not have completed a formal qualification in the area, but we would be interested in your relevant experience or transferable skills to build upon.Previous experience within internal audit, risk management or counter fraud is beneficial but even more important is your commitment to learn and apply your skills to benefit your career and our customers. This is an ideal opportunity to develop your experience and skills for a fulfilling internal audit career.Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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North Northamptonshire Council

Auditor

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.We have an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Finance Service at North Somerset Council on a 12 month fixed term basis to provide maternity cover.This post sits within the Corporate Services Directorate which is responsible for providing a wide range of internal support services to the wider organisation. The Finance Service provides a diverse and broad range of financial services to support the council, some of which support budget managers and others which are more technical in nature and support the S151 discharge their responsibilities.About The RoleFinance Officer (CSD &amp; HSC) - Finance Officer supporting the Corporate Services and Healthy &amp; Sustainable Communities Directorates.The finance team provides financial support and advice to budget holders, service managers and Heads of Service so in this role you will support the provision of efficient, effective and comprehensive financial service for a required range of financial and management accounting tasks across two directorates. Given the nature of the role and the interaction with budget managers and other finance colleagues, we are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal skills.Key Responsibilities Include:<ul><li>Supporting managers and budget holders in service departments with the monitoring of their budgets.</li><li>Supporting the production of financial returns, reports and grant claims.</li><li>Assisting with journals or virements.</li><li>Supporting managers and budget holders in service departments.</li><li>Assisting with budget setting and the preparation of final accounts.</li></ul>The post is career graded which allows the opportunity for candidates to progress subject to qualifications and experience as detailed in the supporting Person Specification.Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.These roles fall into the category of Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>Home working.</li><li>1-2 days per month in the office.</li><li>Comes into the office for meetings or focused work. Virtual connections with the team are essential, with portable technology supporting work on the go.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about working in finance in the public sector. You should be well organised, resourceful and numerate, with good attention to detail. Experience of working in an accounting environment in the public sector would be an advantage.We invite applications from candidates who are near the start of their career and passionate about the services they support and keen to understand the business models that underpin services. In return, we offer flexible working arrangements, professional training as well as broader learning opportunities through a rewarding environment.The role is primarily working from home, with 1-2 days per month based in the office, so the successful candidate would need to be self-motivated, able to prioritise and manage their workload to meet deadlines. Additional skills and experiences for the role are noted below:Applicants should be able to demonstrate excellent communications skills, have an aptitude to positively embrace and influence change and show they can build effective relationships with finance and non-finance colleagues.Applicants should ideally be studying towards the Association of Accounting Technician qualification although, a positive approach and relevant transferable skills are equally as important as training and support will be provided.What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We Offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements.</li><li>Local Government Pension.</li><li>Opportunities for professional development.</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums.</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year.</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team.</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes.</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How To ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Magdeline Price, Senior/Principal Accountant (CSD &amp; H&amp;SC) by email: <a href="mailto:magdeline.price@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">magdeline.price@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Week ending: Friday 31 October 2025.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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North Somerset Council

Finance Officer (CSD & H&SC)

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<h2>Job info</h2>
Organization Name
London Borough of Croydon
Job Family
Finance
Job Grade
Fixed Rate
Locations
United Kingdom | Croydon, London, United Kingdom
Work Locations
BWH - Floor 3 Zone D
Posting Visibility
Internal and External
Full Time or Part Time
Part time
Travel Required
No
Posting Date
30/09/2025
Published Job End Date
24/10/2025 23.55.00
DBS Check Required
No
Job Description
Department:&nbsp;Resources&nbsp; Division:&nbsp;Pensions &amp; Treasury Job Title:&nbsp;Local Pension Board - Independent Chair&nbsp; Hours:&nbsp;36 Location:&nbsp;Bernard Weatherill House Employment Type:&nbsp;Fixed Term

Role of the Board Chair
<ol>
<li>Assisting to secure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidance concerned with the operation of the Pension Scheme, including the TPR General Code of Practice and the Fit for the Future requirements.</li>
<li>Assisting to ensure effective governance and administration is in place and is reviewed as necessary.</li>
<li>Assisting to ensure members are appointed and act in accordance with the Fund Conflicts of Interest Policy and relevant code of practice and to personally model this</li>
<li>To Chair meetings of the Board, encouraging inclusive participation and constructive questioning and debate whilst giving officers the opportunity to respond and provide further information or advice as necessary with a view to reaching consensus decisions where possible; if this is not possible, ensuring any decision reached by vote is recorded and published.</li>
<li>To develop effective working relationships with officers and to collaborate on certain areas of Fund operations including but not limited to:</li>
</ol>
<ul>
<li>Training Plan Development and Delivery</li>
<li>Board Annual Report Drafting&nbsp;</li>
<li>Forward and Business Plans Drafting</li>
<li>Reviewing Board Terms of Reference periodically</li>
<li>Providing insight and advice on Breaches of the Law</li>
<li>Ensuring the Fund Conflicts of Interest Policy and Process is being operated effectively</li>
</ul>
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<li>To keep abreast of pressures and developments affecting the administering authority and assisting to seek to secure adequate resourcing for effective service delivery by advocacy.</li>
<li>To attend Committee meetings in an advisory capacity – the Committee are required to have regard to advice and insight provided by the Board.</li>
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Person Specification
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<li>Ability to absorb and articulate complex regulatory requirements to a variety of stakeholders</li>
<li>Ability to Chair meetings effectively</li>
<li>Excellent Communication Skills</li>
<li>Ability to act as an advocate for securing sufficient resources for effective Fund operations</li>
<li>Ability to work in partnership with Board members, Officers and the Committee.</li>
<li>Ability to ensure compliance with the Fund Conflicts of Interest Policy and process.</li>
<li>Ability to mentor Board colleagues as required.</li>
<li>Ability to attend relevant training as required.</li>
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Experience / Qualifications
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<li>Substantial experience of the operation of the LGPS</li>
<li>Comprehensive knowledge of the wider pensions landscape</li>
<li>Membership of a related professional body or relevant experience</li>
<li>Experience of undertaking chairing duties</li>
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If you are interested in the role, please send a letter of application together with your CV to&nbsp;
The closing date for applications is&nbsp;Friday&nbsp;24 October 2025.
Employer Description
Croydon Council’s priorities

The Council balances its books, listens to residents, and delivers good sustainable services
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<li>Get a grip on the finances and make the council financially sustainable</li>
<li>Become a council which listens to, respects and works in partnership with Croydon’s diverse communities and&nbsp;businesses</li>
<li>Strengthen collaboration and joint working with partner organisations and the voluntary, community and faith&nbsp;sectors</li>
<li>Ensure good governance is embedded and adopt best practice</li>
<li>Develop our workforce to deliver in a manner that respects the diversity of our communities</li>
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Key business plan outcomes:
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<li>Croydon is a place of opportunity for business, earning and learning</li>
<li>Children and young people in Croydon have the chance to thrive, learn and fulfil their potential</li>
<li>Croydon is a cleaner, safer and healthier place, a borough we’re proud to call home</li>
<li>People can lead healthier and independent lives for longer</li>
<li>Croydon Council’s new ways of working</li>
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Equal Opportunities Statement
Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.&nbsp;
Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, if the role requires one.

<h4>Accounting Technician</h4>Castle Point Borough Council Location: Council Offices, Benfleet Job Title: Accounting Technician Full Time – 37 hours per week Grade 3 – SCP Range 9- 12 - £27,254- £28,598We are looking for 2 x full-time Accounting Technician to work within the Finance &amp; Procurement Service who can:Key Skills and Abilities<ul><li>Provide accurate financial advice and analysis to budget holders.</li><li>Support financial forecasting, budget setting, and monitoring.</li><li>Use financial systems and advanced Excel confidently.</li><li>Interpret financial data and develop models for decision-making.</li><li>Communicate effectively with stakeholders and work independently.</li></ul>ExperiencePrevious practical experience in financial reporting, budget preparation, and supporting year-end accounts is essential. Experience in business case development and capital programme support is desirable.QualificationsApplicants must be AAT Level 4 qualified or working towards.Not only is this a great role for the right candidate, but you also get some great benefits including:<ul><li>27 days annual leave</li><li>FREE gym membership</li><li>Competitive pension scheme</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Ongoing professional development</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Rebecca Summers - <a href="mailto:RSummers@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">RSummers@castlepoint.gov.uk</a>.The successful applicant will be subject to a Basic Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check. The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/634/Accounting Technician.pdf">Accounting Technician.pdf</a> (167kb)</li></ul>





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Castle Point Borough Council

Accounting Technician

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The Enfield Pension Team is recruiting a Pensions Officer to provide a day-to-day admin service in accordance with the Local Government Pension Fund (LGPS) Regulations. 
 
This is an exciting opportunity to start a career in Pensions. We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic professional who share’s our commitment to provide excellent, professional customer services. 
 
Enfield Council is a modern and rapidly progressing council, and this post is a fantastic opportunity for those who have experience in the pension field to use those skills to help drive the Pension Team forward. 
 
About you, if you can plan and meet deadlines whilst being accurate and working as a team player, are technically literate, able to communicate clearly and have strong financial understanding, then we would love to hear from you. 
 
We are looking for someone who’s ambitious, flexible, and proactive, with an eye for detail. If this is you, please contact us. More information can be found in the job description. 
 
We support training opportunities to ensure you have all the tools you need and operate flexible working patterns. 
 
Key responsibilities: 
 
 - Dealing with member enquiries Calculation of retirement benefits, including redundancy, flexible retirement, ill health. 
 - Various calculating including, but not limited to; refunds of pension contributions, calculation of deferred leavers, retirement estimates. 
 - Responding and resolving member queries in a clear, sensitive and timely manner. 
 - Ensuring continual professional development including awareness of regulation changes. 
 - Supporting both the Administration and Systems team’s in their respective work requirements. 
 
Candidate requirements: 
 
 - Excellent mathematical skills. 
 - Ability to communicate effectively and clearly, both in writing and verbally 
 - Excellent IT skills 
 - Excellent attention to detail 
 - Exceptional customer services skills 
 - Pro-active, able to plan effectively and meet deadlines. 
 - Team player 
 
Contact Details: 
 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Tracey Rogers on 0208 132 2818 for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the team. 
 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andrea Walkerdine at <a href="mailto:andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk</a> or on 020 8132 1022. 
 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month paid sabbatical for Children’s Social Workers 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

London Borough of Enfield

Pensions Officer

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Enfield Council is seeking a dynamic and visionary Director to join us. This is a pivotal role offering the opportunity to shape the future of services and drive positive outcomes for the residents of Enfield. 
You will provide strategic leadership across your Directorate to a dynamic team driving growth, efficiency and contribute to the overall success of the Council. 
Key Responsibilities: 
 
 - Strategic Leadership: Provide clear direction and purpose in alignment with the Council’s strategic aims and ambitions. Lead, inspire, and motivate teams across the Directorate and Council-wide to deliver high-impact results. 
 - Corporate Strategy &amp; Planning: Contribute to the development of corporate strategies and statutory goals, ensuring they reflect the needs and aspirations of our residents. 
 - Financial Oversight: Lead the budgeting process and determine resource allocation within your Directorate to ensure value for money. Monitor risks and implement effective mitigation strategies. 
 - Service Delivery: Ensure effective planning, commissioning, and delivery of high-quality services. Drive performance improvement, uphold service standards, and challenge underperformance 
 
What We’re Looking For: 
We’re looking for a strategic thinker with a strong track record in senior leadership within a complex organisation. You’ll be politically astute, an excellent communicator, and passionate about delivering inclusive, resident-focused services. 
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of Enfield — a borough full of potential, ambition, and diversity. 
Our Council Plan sets out how we are investing in Enfield to deliver positive outcomes for our communities. It explains our plans for 2023 to 2026. 
Investing in Enfield | Enfield Council 
Ready to make a difference? 
Apply now and be part of a forward-thinking Council driving real change for its community. 
Contact Details - 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Olga Bennet on <a href="mailto:olga.bennet@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">olga.bennet@enfield.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the team. 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

Director of Revenues & Transactional Services

We are recruiting an Income Assessment Assistant at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: 2 x Full Time, PermanentContract Type: 1 x Full Time, Fixed Term until 31st March 2027 Location: Office based / Home working / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Finance (Social Services) This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £26,403 - £28,142 and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are seeking a proactive individual to complete financial assessments for client contributions towards social care services.You will collect and validate financial information, check entitlement to benefits, and refer cases to the DWP where necessary to help maximise clients’ income.The role will require you to be an effective communicator with the ability to engage with clients and their representatives. Strong IT skills are also essential with experience in a financial environment and knowledge of welfare benefits. The ability to meet deadlines is also key.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>5 GCSEs Grade A*-C to include Mathematics and English Language or equivalent relevant qualifications on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales which require the same level of ability in Mathematics and English Language.</li><li>Good IT skills and ability to demonstrate a proficiency in a range of Microsoft packages especially Word and Excel.</li><li>Previous administrative experience which includes dealing with the public</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough visit service users and/or their representatives in their own homes and attend meetings.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Amanda Main on 01443 863356 or email <a href="mailto:maina@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">maina@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / Kate Evans on 01443 864125 or email <a href="mailto:evansk4@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">evansk4@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. This role requires a basic check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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