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At the heart of Staffordshire's economic development lies a vision to create a diverse, inclusive, and sustainable economy. By focusing on developing local skills, we aim to enable more people to access higher value, better-paid jobs across a wide range of priority and locally important sectors.We have an exciting opportunity within the Skills &amp; Employability Team for a Finance &amp; Compliance Assistant.The Finance &amp; Compliance Assistant is responsible for providing financial, contractual, and administrative support to the wider Skills &amp; Employability Service.The role will be based in Staffordshire Place 1, in the centre of Stafford town, with the option to work remotely.Main Responsibilities Main Responsibilities<ul><li>Undertake a wide range of financial transactions including placing orders, goods receipting, ensuring the accurate and prompt payment of invoices.</li><li>Support the Service to ensure accurate records of learner data are kept on various ICT systems.</li><li>Liaise with Contract &amp; Quality Managers and other staff as appropriate, to support effective contract monitoring by providing administration support including production of reports, the tracking and chasing of documentation.</li><li>Assist the Finance &amp; Compliance Manager with contract management, by providing administration support, including maintenance of the contract register, issuing of contract variations, carrying out compliance checks.</li><li>Responsible for the maintenance and monitoring of all records, paper and electronic (including uploaded files to SharePoint), ensuring the appropriate retention schedules are adhered to and documents are archived accordingly in accordance with the Records Management Policy.</li><li>Provide support, advice, guidance, and training in respect of financial, compliance, and administration procedures to staff within the Service, and also external Training Providers. Including Provider induction training and the production of user manuals.</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate We are looking for you to have,&nbsp;<ul><li>At least NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in a similar role</li><li>Demonstratable knowledge and understanding of contract compliance</li><li>Demonstratable IT skills to support the development and delivery of quality systems, including digital formats &nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Experience of working in administration / support role, including for internal and external audits</li><li>Effective interpersonal skills; listening, verbal and written communication skills with colleagues, across services and with external Partners &nbsp;</li><li>Attention to detail &nbsp;</li><li>Ability to present data that are accurate, well-presented and easy to use for the purpose and audience intended</li><li>Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workload to meet deadlines</li></ul>We will be shortlisting applicants for this role week commencing Monday 9th February 2026, with interviews due to take place on Thursday 26th February 2026.For an informal chat about the role please contact either Mark Winfer, Finance &amp; Compliance Manager at <a href="mailto:mark.winfer@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">mark.winfer@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> or David Poole; Head of Employer Partnerships at Skills at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:david.poole1@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">david.poole1@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

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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.

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	<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>
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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 for two Accountants 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>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></ul>Be proactive and have a willingness to develop.&nbsp;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&nbsp;<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): 29th of FebAbout 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>

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Finance and Trade Assistant
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£25,989 - £28,142
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Full Time – 37 hours a week
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Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country’s fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make it thrive.
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About the role 
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Join our team at the Work Services Unit (WSU) and play a key role in delivering efficient and effective financial and management support!
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We are looking for a Finance and Trade Assistant who will proactively support the delivery of high-quality services across the WSU. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a busy, collaborative environment where your financial expertise will directly contribute to the operational success of the service.
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Please note that this role is office based 5 days a week.
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Key Responsibilities
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<li>Update and maintain financial systems (Agresso, SharePoint, Open Revenues etc.)</li>
<li>Track, analyse, and process invoices, ensuring accurate cost assignments</li>
<li>Prepare and extract data for financial reports to support service management</li>
<li>Perform system administration tasks including data cleansing and year-end reconciliations</li>
<li>Process recharges, handle commercial waste enquiries and disputes, and liaise with suppliers</li>
<li>Raise and distribute purchase and requisition orders</li>
<li>Ensure high standards of confidentiality and compliance with data protection policies</li>
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About you 
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<li>Experience in finance, administration, or a related field</li>
<li>Strong organisational and analytical skills</li>
<li>Proficiency with financial systems and Microsoft Office applications</li>
<li>Ability to communicate confidently with a wide range of stakeholders</li>
<li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and service improvement</li>
<li>Commitment to confidentiality, compliance, and high standards of service</li>
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Benefits
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<li>35 days annual leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas)</li>
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<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Flexi time scheme</li>
<li>Annual leave purchase scheme</li>
<li>Structured Induction Program</li>
<li>Learning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes</li>
<li>Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals</li>
<li>Family Friendly Policies</li>
<li>Independent Support for your health &amp; wellbeing</li>
<li>Generous compassionate leave</li>
<li>Extra Benefits including Retail Discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and more</li>
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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. For school vacancies please see further details online regarding their application process.
The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.
The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.



37 hours per week
This role is office-based; however, it also offers some agile or remote working.
The Isle of Wight Council has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Senior Accountant to join our Finance Team supporting the Communities Directorate. This permanent position is well suited to an individual who is either AAT qualified, a part qualified accountant or studying towards an accounting qualification with experience of working in a business partnering or a management accounting role in a complex environment.&nbsp;
The Finance Team is an extremely supportive, collaborative team where effective communication is essential, commitment to providing a quality service is expected and new ideas for improvements are welcomed. &nbsp;For more information about this role please see the job summary.
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<li>As a Senior Accountant you’ll work as a trusted adviser to Directorate Management Team - delivering high quality expert advice and insight that shapes decisions and drives robust financial management. Your focus will be on adding value, supporting transformation, and managing financial risk in alignment with council priorities.</li>
<li>Support the Senior Finance Business Partner in medium-term financial planning, scenario analysis and development of budget strategies</li>
<li>Support on key accounting processes including budget setting, financial reporting, monitoring, and closing of accounts.</li>
<li>support the Directorate Management Team and Budget Holders on all financial matters including budgets, efficiency programmes, value for money and management reporting.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Lead the accounting team and act as a point of escalation for complex accounting issues.</li>
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PLEASE NOTE: Previous applicants for this vacancy do not need to re-apply.

Senior Accountant

We have 2 exciting opportunities within our Financial Operations Service for a self-motivated Business Support Assistant providing essential support to our practice staff members. One role is based at One Avenue Road, Aston, Birmingham, and the other is based at Lifford House, Stirchley, Birmingham. The Financial Operations Team process a range of financial transactions, supporting services across Birmingham Childrens Trust. Eg: petty cash payments, ordering goods and services via a variety of methods, making payments to carers and individuals, and dealing with general/complex administrative tasks and queries via phone/email/face to face. We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting. This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. About you: <ul> <li>You will work flexibly as part of a diverse team environment, providing cover when needed to ensure continuity of service provision.</li> <li>You will play an important role in the effective day to day running of the service we are looking for people who are well organised; have good attention to detail and who can work to and meet tight deadlines.</li> <li>You must be able to work effectively within a team environment, be customer and child focused and be able to deliver the role with a flexible approach.</li> <li>You will be a ‘can-do' person, who is passionate about high quality service delivery and performance. </li> <li>You will be able to work effectively within a dedicated team environment, be customer focused and able to deliver the role with a flexible approach.</li> </ul> Key skills we will be looking for in your personal statement include:- <ul> <li>Attention to detail with an ability to work accurately e.g. literacy and numeracy</li> <li>Ability to work on own initiative with a pro-active approach to all tasks to ensure business objectives are met</li> <li>An ability to work flexibly as part of a diverse team environment, providing cover when needed to ensure continuity of service provision, and the ability to multi-task to cover other roles within the team</li> <li>Experience of working in a pressured environment, dealing with several conflicting and changing priorities effectively, to achieve business objectives</li> <li>Good understanding of Microsoft packages</li> </ul> For further details please contact Cathrine Stones, Business Support Team Leader - <a href="mailto:cathrine.stones@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">cathrine.stones@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a>, 07921 240581. BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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