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We Are St Helens Borough Council Located in the heart of the North West close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a transformational Council which is passionate and ambitious about the communities we support. We provide a wide range of services to the Borough's residents, businesses, schools and visitors. We can only do this because of our highly-valued, highly-skilled workforce.Working together, our workplace vision and values guide our organisation, and the contribution of our workforce is key to our culture journey. Employees with us receive a wide range of benefits including wellbeing in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support. Making A Difference as a Principal Accountant in the Finance and Accountancy <a>service</a>The Council is at an exciting stage of a significant transformation programme, with the modernisation of the finance function integral to these plans.Roles That MatterWe currently have an opportunity for one ambitious person who is either AAT-qualified or in possession - or nearing completion - of a CCAB/CIMA qualification to support the Finance Business Partner and Finance Manager in delivering financial support to the Council's Adult Social Care and Public Health department.The successful candidate will be a pivotal and valued member of the Accountancy team. You will work with service areas in the provision of timely, accurate and high-quality budget and financial information; you will also complete statistical returns, contribute to budget-setting and the year-end closure of accounts and the associated production of financial statements.A sound knowledge of accounting principles and techniques is necessary, together with excellent communication and team-working skills and high levels of integrity.The Council can offer you a competitive salary and pension, a generous annual leave allowance, access to a number of salary sacrifice schemes, flexible and agile working arrangements, profession development opportunities and a rewarding, challenging career.We very much look forward to receiving your application.Full job description and person specification documents are included with this advert.We reserve the right to close the advert early with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment.Share this vacancy with friends and family via your socials below!Making a DifferenceWhatever stage of your career, working in the public sector puts you at the heart of communities. Our workforce provides services to our resident's day in and day out, making a positive impact on people’s lives. We could not do this without the dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce. There are so many reasons to choose to work at St Helens Council including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer..<a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Home Page</a>St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment.Equality &amp; DiversityWe encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty, and Leadership.Be scam aware: St Helens Council will never ask applicants to share payment information or charge recruitment fees when applying for vacancies. If in doubt, contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@sthelens.gov.uk</a>

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Principal Accountant

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Other ways to apply: For a paper application pack, send your contact details and vacancy reference number to <a href="mailto:HR@ribblevalley.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@ribblevalley.gov.uk</a> or call 01200 414596 (24-hour answerphone)



Part Time Senior Accountant&nbsp; (Job Share)&nbsp; Council Offices - Clitheroe
Reference: RES271 Pay: PO6-9 (scp 36-39) £47,181 to £50,269 per annum pro rata&nbsp; Hours: 18.5 hours per week Wednesday afternoons, Thursday and Friday all day
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the role of Senior Accountant. You will be responsible for the preparation and monitoring of revenue budgets and final accounts for a range of services. You will also assist with the Procurement activities of the council. Excellent communication skills will be vital in the provision of sound financial guidance and in the regular meetings you will hold with a variety of officers across the council.
We are seeking someone who is CIPFA qualified (or other CCAB).&nbsp;
We are a small and friendly team working within a busy Council. &nbsp;Join us to receive a host of benefits such as flexible working hours (flexitime scheme in operation), generous leave entitlement, occupational pension scheme, and training/development opportunities.
Closing date: Sunday 15 February 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 25 February 2026
Reasonable adjustments: For any part of the recruitment process, please email us or provide further information on your application form.
Right to close early: We reserve the right to close job vacancies before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

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Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:The Financial Management function supports a wide range of operational departments across the Council. You will be involved in the full range of activities across the annual financial cycle from setting budgets, monitoring the budget outturn position to closing down accounts at financial year-end. You will be well supported from all levels but also given the chance to be creative and innovative to problem solving and improving processes.Your Contributions:Halton Borough Council is seeking to appoint a talented, forward thinking and conscientious Finance Officer to support the Financial Management function.This is a great opening for the right candidate to work for a Council that seeks to reward candidates with a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance and the opportunity to be supported through further professional studies, in particular the CIPFA professional accountancy qualification or equivalent.The successful candidate will have AAT membership or a relevant degree qualification and be expected to show an understanding of local government finances through either experience or reading up on the subject matter prior to application and interview. You will be able to demonstrate the various stages that make up the annual finance cycle. You will have excellent report writing skills, be highly organised and able to plan and prioritise your work.The role operates on a hybrid working basis, with a requirement to attend the office at DCBL Stadium, Widnes at least two days per week.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service with the option to purchase an additional four-days of unpaid leave for our Annual Christmas Closedown</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme. </li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Mandy Walsh, 0151 511 8828 <a href="mailto:Mandy.Walsh@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mandy.Walsh@halton.gov.uk</a>Interviews will take place week commencing 2nd March 2026.At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council's Plan

Finance Officer

Senior Finance OfficerFulltime 37 hours per week, permanentHBC9 £42,839-£46,142 per annumOur Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:The Financial Management function supports a wide range of operational departments across the Council. You will be involved in the full range of activities across the annual financial cycle from setting budgets, monitoring the budget outturn position to closing down accounts at financial year-end. You will be well supported from all levels but also given the chance to be creative and innovative to problem solving and improving processes.Your Contributions:Halton Borough Council is seeking to appoint a talented, forward thinking and hardworking Senior Finance Officer to support the Financial Management function. The post will support the Education department within the Council. (Please refer to the Job Profile – ‘Specific Key Duties Schools’).This is a great opening for the right candidate to work for a Council that seeks to reward candidates with a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance and the opportunity to be supported through further professional studies.In applying for the role you will have recent experience of working in a local government or educational finance background. A CCAB/CIMA part qualification is desired but not essential to the role, encouragement and support will be given for the right candidate to attain this qualification.You will have excellent report writing &amp; presentation skills, be highly organised, confident in dealing with colleagues at all levels and be able to plan and prioritise your work.The role operates on a hybrid working basis, with a requirement to attend the office at DCBL Stadium at least two days per week.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service with the option to purchase an additional four-days of unpaid leave for our Annual Christmas Closedown</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Naheem Shafiq (Principal Finance Officer) on 0151 511 8680.Interviews will take place week commencing 23rd February 2026At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!<ul></ul>

Senior Finance Officer

Principal Finance Officer37 hours per week, permanentHBC11 £51,356-£54,495 per annumOur Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:The Financial Management function supports a wide range of operational departments across the Council. You will be involved in the full range of activities across the annual financial cycle from setting budgets, monitoring the budget outturn position to closing down accounts at financial year-end. You will be well supported from all levels but also given the chance to be creative and innovative to problem solving and improving processes.Your Contributions:As Principal Finance Officer, you will have overall responsibility for overseeing and managing a highly professional and experienced Corporate Finance Team, which is responsible for a wide range of key strategic financial functions across the Council, including:<ul><li>Preparation of the year-end financial accounts</li><li>Managing the Council’s budget-setting process and producing and monitoring the Medium Term Financial Strategy</li><li>Preparation and ongoing monitoring of the Capital Programme</li><li>Managing the Council’s Treasury Management Function</li><li>Budget monitoring for a number of service areas within Environment &amp; Regeneration and the Chief Executive’s Directorate</li><li>Monitoring and management of the Council’s Collection Fund</li><li>Oversight of the Council’s VAT requirements</li></ul>We are seeking an experienced Corporate Finance professional who is looking to work at a high level dealing with all strategic finance areas from Budget Setting to playing a lead role in the production of the Statement of Accounts. You will also be the lead contact with our external auditors. In addition, you will lead the Treasury Management function, with responsibility for all Council borrowing and lending activity, and will oversee the effective management of the Council’s Collection Fund.In applying for the role you will be a CCAB or CIMA qualified accountant with experience in local government finance, and have a sound understanding of the legislation and statutory guidance that underpin the requirements of the Job Profile. You will also have excellent report writing &amp; presentation skills, be highly organised, confident in dealing with colleagues at all levels and be able to plan and prioritise your work.The role operates on a hybrid working basis, with a requirement to attend the office at DCBL Stadium at least two days per week.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service with the option to purchase an additional four-days of unpaid leave for our Annual Christmas Closedown</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Essential Monthly Car User Allowance</li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Matt Guest (<a href="mailto:matt.guest@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">matt.guest@halton.gov.uk</a>)Interviews will take place on Monday 9th February 2026At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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The Governing Body of this small, vibrant school are seeking to appoint a dedicated and highly organised School Bursar for 11 hours a week, to join our team and start as soon as possible. This is a key role in managing the school’s financial operations and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
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The right candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to: work well in a team; apply their own initiative; and be efficient. &nbsp;
The successful candidate will be joining a friendly team, who work well together within a strong Christian ethos.
Visits to the school are recommended. Please contact the school office Tel 01829 250285 <a href="mailto:admin@shocklachoviatt.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@shocklachoviatt.cheshire.sch.uk</a> to confirm that you will be able to visit on Thursday 22nd January at 2pm or to book an alternative time.
Our school community places the highest priority on keeping our children safe and the successful candidate will have responsibility, as part of our team, for safeguarding children. Applicants for all posts will be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes. The holder of this post will be required to work with children under the age of 18 in a position of trust, and is, therefore, exempt from the Rehabilitation of offenders Act 1974. Therefore, the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please note: It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job title: Finance Manager - GrantsA 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 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&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 Finance Manager (Grants), you will be responsible for the co-ordination of grants across the Council, providing high-quality technical financial advice and guidance to finance colleagues and senior management.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Administration of grants ensuring that grant income is account for correctly</li><li>Management of grant claims and submissions to enable them to be certified by the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources</li><li>Develop and maintain relationships with Internal Audit and Finance to ensure appropriate controls are in place to ensure good governance of grants</li><li>Maintenance of the grants database ensuring all grants a captured and that data is accurate and up to date</li><li>Ensuring the grants database is functionally sound to be able to maintain appropriate records</li><li>Compiling responses to corporate queries in respect of grants</li><li>Overseeing use of external grant portals</li><li>Retention of documents relating to new grant claims&nbsp;</li></ul>About You:<ul><li>Current membership of CCAB/CIMA, with evidence of continued professional development</li><li>Proven experience in grant administration within a local authority</li><li>Collaborative approach, working effectively across the Council to support the implementation of the Council Plan</li><li>Commitment to the Vision and Values of Liverpool City Council</li></ul>Our offer to you:<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 on Thursday 5th February 2026 Shortlisting date: w/c Monday 9th February 2026 Interview date: w/c 16th february 2026 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 Fiona Marsh via <a href="mailto:fiona.marsh@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">fiona.marsh@liverpool.gov.uk</a>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.&nbsp;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.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!

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We are St Helens CouncilLocated in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce.Working together, our workplace vision and values guide our organisation, and the contribution of our workforce is key to our culture journey. Employees with us receive a wide range of benefits including well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support. Making a DifferenceWhatever stage of your career, working in the public sector puts you at the heart of communities. Our workforce provides services to our resident's day in and day out, making a positive impact on people’s lives. We could not do this without the dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce. There are so many reasons to choose to work at St Helens Council including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer..<a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Home Page</a>Roles That MatterSt. Helens Council is looking for a highly motivated and organised person to join the busy Business Support Team supporting the Children's Social Care Teams.We are recruiting a full time Finance Administration Officer to provide financial support for the Children’s Social Care Service and service providers, ensuring the maintenance of financial records and timely processing of payments for Children’s Services. You must have the ability to work within allocated timescales and will be expected to provide office cover within the team along with other colleagues. You must also have a proven ability to work under pressure in a team environment, possessing ability to use your own initiative.The successful applicants will have:<ul><li>Experience of working in a finance/administration section</li><li>Excellent IT Skills</li><li>Experience of financial procedures</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Ability to work under pressure</li></ul>For an informal discussion please ring Jack Dawson, Service Support Supervisor on 01744 671185We reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment.Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert. Share this vacancy with friends and family via your socials below!Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, and our commitment to inclusion. St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. <h1>Benefits That Make A Real Difference To Our Employees</h1>When you choose to work for St Helens Council you will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package including a wide range of financial options, benefits and rewards to support you and your family. Find out more here <a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/CMS/CMSPage/23" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Employee Benefits</a><h1>The Fair Employment Charter</h1>St Helens Council has been officially recognised as one of the regions leading fair employers, achieving accredited status. The achievement is a testament to our teams. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment

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Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.
We are an Accredited employer under the <a href="https://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/fair-employment-charter" target="_blank">Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter</a>, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.
Come join us and be part of our success.
As Insurance Manager you will play a significant role in helping to deliver the Council’s priorities. The provision of an effective Insurance service is key to supporting the Council’s financial resilience and to ensure the ongoing delivery of essential services to Knowsley’s residents. &nbsp; To be successful, you will have a sound knowledge of insurance legislation and experience in managing a team handling a broad variety of insurance claims. You will be able to advise client services on the Council’s insurance policies and have experience of delivering successful renewal and tender exercises.
You will need to be able to plan and prioritise activities across competing demands with confidence and have the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
You will have a strong customer focus with the customer experience at the heart of the services you deliver. You will also have a demonstrable track record of leading, developing and managing highly performing teams.
Full details are provided in the attached Job Description. The Person Specification lists the skills and knowledge we are looking for in this role. &nbsp;
To apply, please upload a copy of your CV and supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the post, detailing your skills, knowledge and experience as per the Person Specification.
At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working.&nbsp; For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.
We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.
See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC <a href="https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes" target="_blank">https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes</a>.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:&nbsp; Elise White, Information Governance &amp; Insurance Manager,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Elise.white@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Elise.white@knowsley.gov.uk</a> or Anne-Marie Ness, Service Manager&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Anne-marie.ness@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Anne-marie.ness@knowsley.gov.uk&nbsp;</a>
Interviews to be held in February 2026.&nbsp;
If you are interested in this vacancy, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job Title:&nbsp;Financial Planning ManagerA 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 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!We are seeking an ambitious, qualified Accountant to lead high-profile financial planning activities within Liverpool City Council.&nbsp;This pivotal role will support Finance’s modernisation journey, adopting a Finance Business Partner approach and driving the implementation of the Council’s new core financial system, Microsoft Dynamics 365.You must hold a current membership with CCAB or CIMA, and provide evidence of continued professional development (CPD).&nbsp;Proven experience in financial planning and supporting the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) within a local authority setting. Strong understanding of local government funding frameworks and their connection to national policy.The Role:<ul><li>You the Financial Planning Manager will provide project management, guidance, and input throughout the implementation process, ensuring robust financial controls and documentation.&nbsp;The role also involves developing and testing processes, managing interfaces and feeder systems, and embedding Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting functionality.</li><li>As the Financial Planning Manager, &nbsp;you’ll support the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365, including project management and stakeholder engagement.</li><li>Our Financial Planning Manager &nbsp;will develop and maintain financial processes and controls, ensuring full documentation.</li><li>Within the role of a Financial Planning Manager, you will be required to test system functionality, including core interfaces and feeder systems.</li><li>Throughout your role as the Financial Planning Manager, you will maintain the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) financial model until integration into the new system.</li><li>Our dedicated Financial Planning Manager will ensure all financial models underpinning MTFS assumptions are accurate and regularly updated.</li></ul>Our offer to you:<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:&nbsp;midnight Friday 6th February 2026 Shortlisting date: w/c 9th February 2026 Interview date: 17th &amp; 18th February 2026 Interview type: Competency based face to face interviewWe 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.Please note: this vacancy is classified as a politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Fiona Marsh at <a href="mailto:fiona.marsh@lverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">fiona.marsh@lverpool.gov.uk</a>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.&nbsp;&nbsp;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.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

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