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We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Finance Business Partner to join our Resources Directorate on a full-time, permanent basis.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment.&nbsp; We understand the importance of a good work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices and hybrid working opportunities.&nbsp;
<h3>About you…</h3>
We value highly motivated individuals who are proactive in developing our practices and identifying new ways of doing things. This is an exciting opportunity in the Resources Directorate for a talented and dynamic individual with the experience and drive to join our strong team and help us achieve our vision. We take great pride in the services we provide directly and in our key role of enabling other service areas to succeed in meeting their priorities effectively and efficiently.
You must be CCAB qualified or equivalent accountancy qualification, with significant post-qualification experience and technical knowledge in education and social care finance from a local authority perspective.&nbsp; You will have the ability to analyse and interpret complex financial information to inform decision making.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The Accountancy team is a friendly, supportive and busy team with an excellent reputation for delivery. Finance Business Partners play a crucial role in developing and enhancing that reputation due to the strategic role they perform. You will be working collaboratively within a team of experienced professionals to provide high quality financial advice and support to Directorate Management teams, other Budget Managers and Members.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
You will lead strategic financial management for the People Directorate, providing expert advice on budgets for services including Adults and Children’s Social Care and Education. You will play a key role in transformation programmes, ensuring efficient service delivery. You will need a CCAB qualification and substantial local authority finance experience for this role.
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
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*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Initial interviews will be held in early September 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Arthur Parker - Assistant Director: Chief Accountant - 01344 352158
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Finance Business Partner (People Directorate)

Job Title: Business Support Officer - Children's Services - Finance &amp; Budget Management Team Starting Salary: £24,790 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 16.0 Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Fixed Term end date 31/08/2026 Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual to join our team. This role will be within the Finance and Budgets function, working as a Support Officer in the Finance &amp; Budget Team (Inclusion &amp; Skills). This is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team that supports frontline SEN services for children, young people, families, and schools. This dynamic team processes payment transactions and resolves all payment queries relating to these transactions.&nbsp;<h4>About the role</h4>You will make and record payments for education services received across Hertfordshire. This will involve maintaining detailed financial records.You will process invoices and Direct Payments, or query where appropriate, in a timely manner for a range of suppliers using SAP &nbsp;You will liaise and work closely with colleagues across Childrens Services to assist in the delivery of an efficient and effective financial serviceYou will respond in a business-like and customer focussed manner to queries from the public, providers, and other stakeholders in relation to payments and charges &nbsp;You will support the accurate and timely processing and recording of financial data and maintenance of financial records. This is to assist in the production of forecast figures within the Finance Business Partner for SEN (CS) team.&nbsp;There are a range of administrative tasks that this role could do – and you will be given any training needed<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Proven experience in an administrative or support role</li><li>Excellent organisational and multitasking skills</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal abilities with a range of audiences</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software</li><li>Experience in working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Ability to plan own work over short timescales for routine or familiar tasks and processes and use your initiative to work independently.</li><li>GCSE or Vocational equivalent, strong numeracy, and literacy skills</li><li>Enthusiasm and pride in your work are qualities we welcome. </li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of creating purchase orders in SAP</li><li>Experience in accounts payable</li><li>AAT or equivalent qualification</li></ul>As part of the interview assessment, candidates will be required to complete a Microsoft Excel proficiency test.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Business Support Services, level BUS6 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Business support servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Kinga.Duda1@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Kinga.Duda1@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; T: 01992 556248&nbsp; for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: w/c 8th September 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Business Support Officer - Children's Services - Finance & Budget Management Team

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Revenues &amp; Benefits Client Officer (P01451)Starting salary £38,350 pro rata (£19,175pa) with potential progression to £41,254 pro rata (£20,627pa) on achieving designated skills and experience18.5 hours per week (hybrid working) Working in partnership with Liberata UK Ltd we have a history of delivering Revenues and Benefits to a high standard at Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council.An exciting opportunity has arisen, and we are looking for a self-motivated IRRV qualified person with proven communication skills.Your knowledge and commitment will help shape the future development and success of our service and allow you to make an impact in a key role as a Revenues and Benefits Client Officer.Working with the Council’s partner, you will ensure that contractual and statutory obligations are met through quality assurance checks on housing benefit, council tax support and council tax work undertaken; ensuring that quality and accuracy of data is maintained. With an ability to understand and interpret complex data, you will help to identify improved methods of performance and to establish and implement the best practice processes.You will be IRRV qualified or have extensive equivalent experience.It is essential you have knowledge of benefits legislation and current experience processing benefits and council tax support.Effective communication skills and an understanding of good working practices to improve performance are also required.The role also involves close working with other Hertfordshire local authorities, Council services such as our Housing team, partners such as the Department for Work and Pensions and our Shared Anti-Fraud Service.The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential in this post.We can offer you a unique and attractive working environment in the heart of Welwyn Garden City, flexible working arrangements, access to electric pool cars, as well as the Local Government benefits including pension scheme and generous annual leave allowance.If you are interested in working in an ambitious authority, working collaboratively with dedicated officers, and helping deliver an excellent service, we want to hear from you.If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ingrid Johnson, Service Manager Revenue - Benefits, and Fraud, at <a href="mailto:i.johnson@welhat.gov.uk" target="_blank">i.johnson@welhat.gov.uk</a>Please note that we do not offer sponsorship for employment in the UK.Closing date for applications is 14 September 2025.Remote assessments will be held 19 September 2025.Interviews will be held on 2/3 October 2025.

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

Revenue and Benefits Client Officer (P01451)

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Assistant Finance Business Partner (P01482)Starting salary £38,350pa with potential progression to £45,089pa on achieving designated skills and experience37 hours per week (hybrid working)We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated finance professional to provide financial advice and support to specific areas of the organisation.As a fully qualified AAT or part qualified AAT or accountant actively studying towards full qualification, you will have a passion for providing high quality financial support to services.Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council pride themselves on their commitment to their people – striving to ensure that each and every employee feels valued and happy in their work.Employees are empowered to influence and transform the services they deliver, no matter what level they’re at.To be a positive influence on this environment, you’ll need to be able to support others and be a genuine team player.In this role, you will support the Finance Business Partner in all aspects of the finance service including the Housing Revenue Account, including the production of budget monitoring reports, closure of accounts as well as budget setting and financial planning.There will be opportunities to gain experience in other areas of finance to further enhance your career.You will work with the Business Partner to ensure that service managers are provided with sound financial advice and challenge, enabling them to manage their budgets effectively within existing governance arrangements, and supporting the identification of areas of risk, efficiencies, and improvement.You will have an understanding of local government and the environment in which it operates.You will also need to be a dynamic and highly motivated individual who can establish relationships and work effectively with managers at all levels.The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential in this post.We can offer you a unique and attractive working environment in the heart of Welwyn Garden City, flexible working arrangements, access to electric pool cars, as well as the Local Government benefits including pension scheme and generous annual leave allowance.Please note that we do not offer sponsorship for employment in the UK. Closing date for application is 14 September 2025.Remote assessments will take place on 18 September 2025.Interviews will take place on 29 September 2025. Keywords: welwyn hatfield borough council, local government, finance, business partner, budget, reports.

Assistant Finance Business Partner (P01482)

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This role is being advertised by L&amp;Q Group on behalf of L&amp;Q PRS Co. Limited (trading as Metra Living). This is a separate entity to that of L&amp;Q Housing Trust, and any offer of employment will be made by Metra Living and will be subject to their terms and conditions of employment.&nbsp;&nbsp;If currently employed by L&amp;Q Housing Trust, your length of service with L&amp;Q will be recognised by L&amp;Q PRS Co. Limited&nbsp;

Title: Accounts Assistant
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £30,455 per annum
Grade: 5
Reporting Office: London, Stratford
Persona: Agile/hybrid working - office based 20% - 20% (3/4 days working from home)
Closing Date: 22nd August 2025 at 11:59pm&nbsp;
Interview Date: 1st September 2025&nbsp;
Benefits include:&nbsp;&nbsp;Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.
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Join our Finance Team at L&amp;Q PRS Co Limited:
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<li>L&amp;Q PRS Co Limited is currently seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join our growing team. As a Build to rent landlord, all the homes we market are owned and managed by L&amp;Q PRS Co Limited.</li>
<li>L&amp;Q PRS Co Limited currently has a Market Rent (PRS) portfolio of over 3000 homes with ambitions to have over 5,000 new build homes in the next 3 years; expanding greatly to become one of the largest rental portfolios in the capital. L&amp;Q PRS Co Limited is part of the L&amp;Q Group.</li>
<li>Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this is new and exciting role in our growing Finance team.</li>
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If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply!
Your impact in the role:

With an eye on detail and highly organised you will ensure financial transactions are kept up to date and able to provide timely and accurate information. You will be numerate, self-motivated, and able to work to deadlines. Key responsibilities include:
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<li>Daily invoice inputs and matching to purchase orders.</li>
<li>Liaising with suppliers on invoice queries and following up discrepancies.</li>
<li>Maintaining the supplier ledger and preparing regular payment runs.</li>
<li>Daily bank reconciliations.</li>
<li>Setting the monthly rental charge and following up credit control with property managers.</li>
<li>Ensuring ad-hoc payments are accurately processed.</li>
<li>Reconciling the deposit account with TDS.</li>
<li>Coding and checking void expenses.</li>
<li>General finance administration.</li>
<li>Preparing employee expenses and credit card expenditure.</li>
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What you'll bring:
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<li>Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant is essential as is being able to multi-task and manage your time effectively. You can easily show your excellent communication skills both written and verbal and are happy to be part of team.</li>
<li>You should be proficient with MS Office and experience of Yardi is desirable.&nbsp;</li>
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We look forward to reviewing your application, and hearing about the genuine experiences and skills you could bring to our organisation.
L&amp;Q reserve the right to not accept statements that exceed 500 words.

About L&amp;Q:
We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.
250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England.
At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf?_gl=1*gr5us*_gcl_au*OTY0NDE5MzEwLjE3NTQ1NjA0MjI.*_ga*NzI1MDQwNDMwLjE3NDY2MTI2NjA.*_ga_B1G640D3QK*czE3NTU2ODEyMDIkbzIzOSRnMSR0MTc1NTY5MDIyMiRqNTAkbDAkaDk2MTEwNzAzNg..&amp;_ga=2.267646222.1497626464.1755508118-725040430.1746612660" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.
L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion.&nbsp;&nbsp;We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace.&nbsp;&nbsp;Click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;to read more.
If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>
At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.
Click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!*

London and Quadrant Housing Trust

Accounts Assistant (PRS Co. Limited)

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 hardworking, reliable, conscientious Finance &amp; Budget Monitoring Officer to support the Financial Management function.This is a great opportunity 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 AAT professional accountancy qualification, if not already completed.The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 GCSE’s and experience of working in a finance environment. An understanding of local government finance is desirable but not essential. You should have an understanding of monitoring arrangements for income and expenditure budgets and be able to analyse and provide financial information in suitable formats. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the ability to use Word, e-mail and the Internet is preferable. You should possess excellent oral and written communication skills and be confident liaising with other colleagues. The successful candidate should be highly organised and be able to plan and prioritise their own work with minimum supervision. 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</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>Car leasing schemes</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 (Principal Finance Officer) on 0151 511 8828 or <a href="mailto:Mandy.Walsh@Halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mandy.Walsh@Halton.gov.uk</a>Interviews will take place on week commencing 22nd September 2025At 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

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Finance and Budget Monitoring Officer

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.22.12 hours per week, working pattern to be discussedYour 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.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</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>Car leasing schemes</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 (Principal Finance Officer) on 0151 511 8828Interviews will take place on week commencing 22nd September 2025At 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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Finance Officer

Admin options: <a href="index.cfm?fa=jobs.login">Login</a><h4>Finance Business Partner</h4>Location: Castle Point Borough Council Job Title: Finance Business Partner Full Time – 37 hours per week Grade 10 – SCP Range 42-46 - £51,802 to £56,692 paCastle Point Borough Council is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Finance Business Partner to join our Finance &amp; Procurement Service, supporting the Corporate and Customer Directorate.Key Skills and Abilities<ul><li>Strong consulting and negotiation skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities</li><li>Ability to build influential relationships with a broad range of stakeholders</li><li>Skilled in translating complex financial concepts for non-finance audiences</li><li>Proficient in financial modelling, options appraisal and business intelligence tools</li><li>Able to provide robust challenge and support to budget holders and senior managers</li><li>Committed to continuous improvement and service transformation</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Extensive experience in public sector budgeting and accounting, preferably within a Local Authority</li><li>Proven track record in financial modelling and strategic financial planning</li><li>Experience in managing or supervising staff</li><li>Demonstrated ability to support service transformation and value for money initiatives</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>CCAB or CIMA qualified</li><li>Demonstrates commitment to ongoing professional development</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>27 days annual leave</li><li>FREE gym membership</li><li>Flexible and hybrid working arrangements</li><li>Access to the Council’s Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Lance Wosko , Assistant Director, Finance &amp; Procurement - <a href="mailto:LWosko@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">LWosko@castlepoint.gov.uk</a>.Castle Point Borough Council is committed to safeguarding 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\600/618/Finance Business Partner Job Profile.pdf">Finance Business Partner Job Profile.pdf</a> (165kb)</li></ul>





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Castle Point Borough Council

Finance Business Partner

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £39,152 - £41,771 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentThe Chief Executive Department are currently seeking an addition to the Accountancy team.The roles of Accountant will be interchangeable within the Accountancy Service; this post will be located in the team that supports the Inclusive Growth and Chief Executive departments. You will provide financial support, advice, information, reports and analysis on complex aspects of the Council’s financial position as a significant part of the provision of an Accountancy service for the Council and its staff.Key duties will include ensuring that all work is performed and assessed with continuous improvement in mind, and the requirement to obtain value for money for the Council. The successful applicant will contribute to the review of all accountancy strategies, policies and procedures in response to the rules and regulations as laid down by Central Government, accountancy bodies and the Council in terms of revenue and capital expenditure.A flexible, innovative approach is an essential requirement, together with the willingness to respond constructively to challenge and opportunity.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>Are you passionate about working in Finance, and pursuing your professional development?Can you professionally advise others at a senior level, on complex financial issues?Can you demonstrate accurate numerical reasoning skills through complex financial calculations?Are you able to contribute to strategic financial forward planning processes, financial training strategy and undertake evaluation and planning?Do you have full AAT qualification in Accounting or equivalent by qualification OR significant relevant demonstrable accounting experience?Do you have a flexible and innovative approach and can respond well to challenge and opportunity?If so, please consider an application.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1606423&amp;ptId=11707" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1606655&amp;ptId=11707" target="_blank">download: Accountant (Generic) M1 2022.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Accountant

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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.
Senior Payments Officer
About the Role:
As a Senior Payments Officer you will be responsible for providing a comprehensive administrative and financial support to operational services and promote a customer focused service in conjunction with other Council service providers.
To ensure that business transactions and document management is timely, accurate and in compliance with Council policy and procedures, data protection and legislative requirements.
Provide advice, guidance, and support both to customers and colleagues on services, policies and processes including non-routine enquiries to ensure that correct procedures are being applied and act as a point of escalation for more complex and sensitive issues.
To be responsible for calculating and processing financial transactional data on the financial ERP system including more detailed and/or sensitive reports and correspondence, providing reports and statements as requested by managers with due regard to confidentiality and safeguarding.
About the candidate:
We would like to hear from you if you think this job is for you and have the following Key knowledge and skills:
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<li>Extensive practical and procedural knowledge in Accounts Payable including VAT &amp; CIS.</li>
<li>Able to work as part of a team and the ability to work to deadlines.</li>
<li>Able to prioritise own workloads and that of junior staff members.</li>
<li>Comprehensive skills in the use of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook</li>
<li>Able to communicate and develop excellent working relationships.</li>
<li>Able to work on own initiative and work effectively with conflicting demands and within specified timescales.</li>
<li>Ability to analyse information and make an appropriate decision on a course of action.</li>
<li>Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of financial processing procedures.</li>
<li>Understanding of confidentiality requirement</li>
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It’s an exciting time to join our team and be part of our ambitious journey as the Accounts Payable Team merge with Procurement to form a professional P2P Service.
If you wish to discuss this role or require further information, please contact Steve Boyd, Head of Procurement on email <a href="mailto:paulinethornton@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">paulinethornton@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Interviews to be held week commencing 15th September 2025.
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

Senior Payments Officer

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Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to safer recruitment and equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. If you are unable to apply online for reasons of disability, please call 01276 707126 to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be made to accommodate your individual requirements.
Please note:
All successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks in line with BPSS guidelines, which includes standard identification, referencing and unspent conviction checks. Surrey Heath Borough Council undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a disclosure on the basis of conviction or other information revealed.
For the best chance of successful application, please read the Job Description and Personal Specification fully before applying for this vacancy as it contains information you will need to refer to when applying. We do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed application form. To reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. If you choose to submit your CV with your application form we request that you remove all your personal details before uploading your CV. This will ensure that Managers cannot see your personal details when completing their shortlist. &nbsp;If you have not heard from the council within 4 weeks of the closing date you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful. All unsuccessful applications will be removed and confidentially disposed of 6 months after the closing date.
If you have any further enquiries please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk</a> or telephone 01276 707126.
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Windlesham Parish Council is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed&nbsp; individual to join a small team supporting a large Parish Council. &nbsp; The post holder will provide: &nbsp; • Day to day management of Council finances adhering to the statements of&nbsp; recommended practice and accounting codes of practice, whilst ensuring legal&nbsp; compliance. &nbsp; &nbsp; • Be responsible for ensuring that the Parish Council complies with the Financial&nbsp; Regulations as approved from time to time by councillors. &nbsp;&nbsp; • Act as the Parish Council’s “Responsible Finance Officer” (RFO) described in&nbsp; the Accounts and Audit Regulations 2003, section 2(2)(a) as: “the person who,&nbsp; by virtue of section 151 of the Local Government Act 1972, is responsible for the&nbsp; administration of the financial affairs of a relevant body or, if no person is so&nbsp; responsible, the person who is responsible for keeping the accounts of such a&nbsp; body”. &nbsp; In addition, they will work as part of the team, supporting the Clerk and Assistant Clerk&nbsp; with the overall administrative function of the Council. &nbsp; &nbsp; The Council is looking for an individual with proven experience in financial management and the ability to prioritise competing demands. The successful candidate will have&nbsp; excellent organisational and inter-personal skills, be willing to learn, and be able to&nbsp; demonstrate strong IT skills, including MS Office 365. &nbsp;&nbsp; The role is 15 hours per week to be worked over 3 - 4 days. &nbsp; Closing date for applications: 18th September 2025 Interview date(s): Monday, 6th October 2025. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Surrey Heath Borough Council

Responsible Financial Officer

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<h2> </h2><h2>Benefits and Allowances</h2>Local Government benefits including PensionPay award pending<h2>Role Purpose</h2>Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for public service and financial excellence? Tower Hamlets Council is looking for a&nbsp;Senior Accountant supporting both the Resources Directorate and Chief Executive's Office to help shape the future of one of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs.This is more than just a finance role — it’s your opportunity to influence how vital services are delivered to over 300,000 residents. You’ll be a trusted advisor to senior managers, helping to drive value, accountability, and innovation across the Council.Further information on the role can be found here and the attachments you will find at the bottom of this advert on the tower Hamlets website&nbsp;What You’ll Be Doing· Acting as a Finance Business Partner to Directors, Heads of Service, and budget managers.· Leading financial planning, modelling, and forecasting for complex service areas.· Managing a small team and delivering high-quality financial insight and reporting.· Supporting the Council’s Medium-Term Financial Strategy and annual budget process.· Playing a key role in closing the annual accounts and ensuring compliance with audit and regulatory standards.What We’re Looking For· A qualified accountant (CCAB/CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience.· A confident communicator who can influence and challenge at senior levels.· A collaborative leader who can inspire and develop a high-performing team.· Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.Tower Hamlets vision for our borough is that: people are aspirational, independent and have equal access to opportunities; we are a borough that our residents are proud of and love to live in; and we are a dynamic, outcomes-based council using digital innovation and partnership working to respond to the changing needs of our borough. We want people who aspire to our TOWER values: Together; Open; Willing; Excellent; Respect.Application DetailsThis post is open to the following types of applicants: Redeployees/ Internal/ ExternalIf this role is available to Internal employees only, this will include agency workers but does not include independent contractors or Skills Match traineesAll applications should be made via our online application system, no CV’s or alternative forms of applications are accepted. Internal employees should apply via the council's Intranet. External applicants apply via the Council's website <a href="http://www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/careers" target="_blank">www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/careers</a>

London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Senior Accountant

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Completed application forms to be sent to <a href="mailto:recruitment@southportlearningtrust.org" target="_blank">recruitment@southportlearningtrust.org</a>

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Summary 
The Finance Officer and play a vital role in ensuring the Trust’s financial success. In this dynamic position, you’ll oversee key financial processing tasks and help maintain accurate accounting records. You'll collaborate with schools on purchase orders and sales invoices, gain hands-on experience with our financial systems, and contribute to a supportive environment where your skills and growth are valued.
Main Duties and Responsibilities 
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<li>Operate within the defined financial procedures in accordance with statutory guidelines, financial regulations, departmental and Trust policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Assist with the requisitioning of goods and processing of invoices.</li>
<li>Co-ordinating the purchase of goods and supplies, ensuring that the school obtains the best value for money from suppliers and contractors.</li>
<li>Oversee the processes of supplier management, including verification of new suppliers.</li>
<li>Dealing with queries regarding supplier and budget holder accounts.</li>
<li>Prepare BACS and other payment types to the bank for approval.</li>
<li>Receipting and banking and allocation of income.</li>
<li>Preparing Bank Reconciliations</li>
<li>Prepare and post journals.</li>
<li>Assisting with the month-end procedures</li>
<li>Processing of staff expense reimbursements</li>
<li>General administration of School Trips, trip planning and accurate costing</li>
<li>Assist with the administration of credit card administration and transactions.</li>
<li>Assist with the School Hire booking system and monitoring lettings income.</li>
<li>Assist with the management and review the contract and asset register.</li>
<li>Ensure appropriate systems and controls are adhered to ensure that financial records are accurate and mitigate against risks such as fraud.</li>
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Supplementary Support
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<li>Administer insurance claims as required.</li>
<li>Provide support to the Trust HR team with payroll quality assurance.</li>
<li>Provide support to finance and administration staff within the Trust.</li>
<li>Archiving and disposing of financial documents in line with record retention requirements</li>
<li>Any other duties as required.</li>
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Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from the Headteacher to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.
The job description may be amended at any time following discussion between the Headteacher and staff member and will be reviewed annually.

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Are you passionate about helping people access the financial support they’re entitled to? Do you have strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly? If so, this could be the role for you. We’re looking for a Financial Assessment and Benefits (FAB) Officer to join our supportive Client Finance Services Team. You’ll help ensure that residents receiving care services are charged fairly, provide accurate benefits advice, and are supported to maximise their income. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About the Role: You’ll carry out financial assessments for residents receiving chargeable adult social care services, including both non-residential and care home placements, in line with the Care Act 2014 and Council policies. This will involve gathering and verifying detailed financial information such as income, Capital/savings property, and expenses, calculating accurate charges, and explaining these clearly to service users and their families so they fully understand how their contribution is worked out. A key part of your role will be to provide welfare benefits checks to identify any unclaimed benefits and offer practical advice and assistance with applications. You’ll liaise closely with colleagues across Adult Social Care, Adult Social Care Income &amp; Recovery Team, Council Tax, Housing Benefit and Legal Services to resolve queries, minimise debt, and ensure Financial assessments and billing processes run smoothly. You’ll also act as the first point of contact for service users or families with questions about their Financial assessments, providing a professional and empathetic service across telephone, email, letter, and in-person meetings — including home visits where required. You’ll maintain accurate financial records, inputting data into our case management systems within set timescales and keep up to date with relevant legislation and policy changes so your assessments remain accurate, and advice is current. Collaboration will be key, as you’ll work closely with other council teams and external agencies to ensure residents receive a joined-up, customer-focused service. About You: We’re looking for someone who can combine technical accuracy with a strong customer service approach. You will have:
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<li>Experience in financial assessments, benefits advice, or a related role within social care, local government, or the voluntary sector</li>
<li>Strong numeracy skills with the ability to interpret and apply complex regulations</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to explain complex financial and legal information clearly and sensitively</li>
<li>Experience using IT systems (such as Microsoft Office and case management software) to record, analyse, and report on financial data</li>
<li>Strong organisational skills to manage a busy and varied caseload effectively</li>
<li>A team player mindset with the ability to work collaboratively with internal colleagues and external partners</li>
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We offer excellent support, training, and induction. You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new skills. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do. Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential. Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way. Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed. Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
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If you would like any more information, please contact Tracey Maskell – Entitlement and Assessment Manager (FAB) - <a href="mailto:tracey.maskell@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">tracey.maskell@reading.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:tracey.maskell@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a>Closing Date: Monday 1st September 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Financial Assessment and Benefits (FAB) Officer

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We only accept online applications. If you require access to a computer and/or the internet, you can use our facilities free of charge at The Amelia Scott. Please call ahead to book an appointment Tel. 01892 554171.
Please follow the link below to submit your application.
Equal Opportunities
Tunbridge Wells – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.



About us:
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council is committed to delivering high quality service to our community. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance &amp; Parking Systems Analyst to join our team. This role is integral to ensuring the efficient operation of our Financial and Parking systems with scope for analysis of data to support and develop a modern, user-friendly service.
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>In this role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting Tunbridge Wells Borough Council’s Finance and Parking Services by using data analytics to inform decision-making across Finance, Procurement, and Parking services.</li>
<li>You’ll collect, collate, and cleanse data from various internal and external sources to create composite datasets for analysis, while ensuring compliance with GDPR.</li>
<li>Your work will involve developing and maintaining performance dashboards, identifying and resolving data discrepancies, and streamlining processes through system integration.</li>
<li>Additionally at times you’ll support the administration of key financial and parking systems, including providing technical support and training to staff.</li>
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About You:
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<li>We’re looking for a detail-oriented and analytical individual with experience working with large datasets and financial systems. You should be confident using tools like Microsoft Excel, Business Objects, Power BI or similar analytics tools to extract insights and support decision-making. Experience with system integration, APIs, and data transfer methods is highly desirable.</li>
<li>You’ll need excellent communication skills to explain technical concepts clearly to colleagues across the organisation.</li>
<li>A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant subject is required, and a background in finance, IT, or data analysis would be a strong advantage.</li>
<li>You will be open and trustworthy, supporting change and will seek to improve service delivery to enable the council to achieve its Digital First ambitions.</li>
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What We Offer:
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<li>24 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 after 5 years’ continuous service</li>
<li>Membership to Local Government Pension Scheme with 19.7% employer contribution</li>
<li>Career development and training opportunities</li>
<li>Access to eye care vouchers and VDU Glasses</li>
<li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li>
<li>Access to EAP Services 24/7</li>
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To Find out More:
For further information regarding this post, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact Ben Isted on 01892 554138 or email any questions to <a href="mailto:Ben.Isted@Tunbridgewells.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ben.Isted@Tunbridgewells.gov.uk</a>

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

Finance & Parking Systems Analyst

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Please fully complete the online application form.
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Sefton Council’s Risk &amp; Audit Service is seeking to appoint an experienced, highly motivated, and enthusiastic Insurance Claims Technician to join the Insurance Team. The person appointed will have responsibility for providing a comprehensive insurance advisory, supportive and investigatory service to service areas of the Council and ensure that adequate insurance is in place to protect the Council’s assets and liabilities.
The successful applicant will be required to engage in and manage all aspects of complex, serious and high value claims received by the Council for any liability and to be a Lead Officer for liaising with Insurers, Claims Handlers, and external and internal Legal representatives.
You will support the Council in developing and implementing improvements to reduce risk, identifying poor practices and, in conjunction with other risk services, providing recommendations for improvements in systems and processes.
You must have the ability to demonstrate a commitment to the delivery and development of the Insurance Service along with a knowledge of the following: -
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<li>Insurance cover requirements for a large organisation, in order to ensure the Council has adequate insurance to meet its liabilities.</li>
<li>Relevant legislation and appropriate claims handling processes and investigation processes relating to insurance claims in order to provide the Council with robust systems/processes for the defence of insurance related claims as appropriate.</li>
<li>Insurance and Broker Tender processes.</li>
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If you have the requisite levels of experience, skills, and qualifications then we would like to hear from you.

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Insurance Claims Technician

About the role: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 Help 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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Business Support Assistant - Financial Operations

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 We are St Helens Borough Council
Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a transformational Council which is passionate and ambitious for the communities we support.
We provide a wide range of local authority services to the residents, businesses, schools, and visitors to the borough. 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 well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support.
 
Making A Difference as a Principal Accountant in the Finance and Accountancy Service 
The Council is at an exciting stage of a significant transformation programme, with the modernisation of the finance function integral to these plans.
We currently have an opportunity for an ambitious person, 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 across the Council’s Place Directorate.
Successful candidates will be pivotal and valued members of the Accountancy team - working with service areas in the provision of timely, accurate and high-quality budget and financial management support and advice; completing statistical returns; providing financial information; contributing to budget setting and the year-end closure of accounts and 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 self-confidence.
The Council can offer you:
 A competitive salary, Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), with a generous employer pension contribution (on top of your own contribution), A generous annual leave allowance, Access to a number of salary sacrifice schemes, Access to our benefits platform which offers a wide range of discounts and money saving opportunities, Hybrid working - working in a way that adds most value, Flexible and agile working arrangements, Support with health and wellbeing, Professional development opportunities, Friendly, warm and welcoming team, A rewarding, challenging career.
 We very much look forward to receiving your application. 
Interested to Find Out More?
You can review our full job description details, and person specification information here. For an informal discussion about this role please contact:
Janet Cross - Finance Business Partner at <a href="mailto:janetcross@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">janetcross@sthelens.gov.uk</a> Glenn Howard Finance Manager at <a href="mailto:glennhoward@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">glennhoward@sthelens.gov.uk</a>
Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.
We plan to review applications week commencing 22nd September 2025 with a view to interviewing week commencing 29th September 2025. 
 


Equality &amp; Diversity
St Helens Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We 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. Further information about Equality &amp; Diversity at St Helens Council can be found here <a href="https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality" target="_blank">https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality</a>
St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Employer. Disability Confident Employers lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.
 NOLAN Principles of Conduct in Public Life. 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.

Principal Accountant

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If you believe you have the right experience and skills to apply for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please complete the application form fully and send this to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@abbeyschool.com" target="_blank">recruitment@abbeyschool.com</a>&nbsp;with a covering letter addressed to the School Business Manager, Mrs Rushforth. Alternatively, application forms can be sent by post to 12 Abbey Square, Chester, CH1 2HU.
The School will complete an online search for all shortlisted candidates. If any incidents or issues have happened that are publicly available online, the school may wish to explore this at interview.
Abbey School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Child safer recruitment procedures operate and the post is subject to references and an Enhanced DBS disclosure with barred list checks.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are ‘spent’ unless ‘protected’ under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marriage/civil partnerships, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.



Are you a detail-oriented and organised individual with a passion for numbers and administration? If so, we’d love to hear from you. We are seeking a Finance and Payroll Administrator to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will provide vital finance and business administrative support to our school, helping ensure smooth and efficient operations that directly support our staff and students.
Abbey School is an Independent Special School based in Chester, for children and young people with complex learning difficulties.&nbsp;
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Hours:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week – some element of flexibility on hours and days, depending on the business needs of the school.</li>
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Salary: £26,516 - £30,650, increases considered annually within the salary range.</li>
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Start Date: As soon as possible.</li>
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There is the possibility of some hours to be worked from home following probation period.
The main responsibilities of this role include:
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<li>Maintaining the purchase and sales ledgers for the school, processing into Xero accounts package.</li>
<li>Supporting the School Business Manager with accounting transactions and reports.</li>
<li>Responsible for payroll administration.</li>
<li>Processing purchase orders from requisitions.</li>
<li>Processing supplier invoices.</li>
<li>Payroll responsibilities.</li>
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For further information please download the recruitment pack which contains a detailed job description and person specification.
<a href="https://abbeyschool.com/recruitment/" target="_blank">https://abbeyschool.com/recruitment/</a>
Why join Abbey School?
Join Something Exceptional:&nbsp;Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, innovative environment dedicated to delivering pupil-centred care.
State-of-the-Art Resources:&nbsp;Join our team and benefit from cutting-edge facilities to support our pupils, and innovative tools designed to support and enhance your professional growth.
Professional Development:&nbsp;Benefit from specialised training in supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, along with ongoing CPD opportunities to propel your career forward.
Inspiring Location:&nbsp;Discover the unique quality of life in Chester, where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history, scenic beauty, and a thriving economic hub. Chester offers professionals an idyllic setting to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
Additional Benefits:
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<li>Competitive salary.</li>
<li>Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme.</li>
<li>Technology appropriate for your job.</li>
<li>Comprehensive staff training programme.</li>
<li>Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and much more.</li>
<li>Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits.</li>
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For further information please visit <a href="https://abbeyschool.com/recruitment/" target="_blank">https://abbeyschool.com/recruitment/</a> or send us an email at <a href="mailto:office@abbeyschool.com" target="_blank">recruitment@abbeyschool.com</a>.

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We Are St Helens Borough Council Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a transformational Council which is passionate and ambitious for the communities we support. 
We provide a wide range of local authority services to the residents, businesses, schools, and visitors to the borough. 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 well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support.




Making a Difference
Whatever 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 Matter
The Council is at an exciting stage of a significant transformation programme, with the modernisation of the finance function integral to these plans.
We currently have an opportunity for three ambitious people who are looking to begin a journey as a finance professional to support the finance team in delivering financial support across the Council, modernising practices and qualifying as a CIPFA accountant. 
Successful candidates will be pivotal and valued members of the Accountancy team - working across all service areas in the provision of budget and financial management support and advice; providing financial information; contributing to budget setting and the year-end closure of accounts and production of financial statements.
The successful applicant will have excellent numerical, written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work to deadlines and to respond to the ad-hoc needs of the service. The ability to analyse financial data and identify trends is a key skill of the role. 
The Council can offer you:
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<li>A competitive salary, </li>
<li>Access to the Local Authority Pension Scheme (LGPS), with a generous employer pension contribution (on top of your own contribution),</li>
<li>A generous annual leave allowance,</li>
<li>Access to a number of salary sacrifice schemes, </li>
<li>Access to our benefits platform which offers a wide range of discounts and money saving opportunities,</li>
<li>Hybrid working - working in a way that adds most value, </li>
<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements, </li>
<li>Support with health and wellbeing,</li>
<li>Professional development opportunities,</li>
<li>Friendly, warm and welcoming team,</li>
<li>A rewarding, challenging career.</li>
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For an informal discussion, please contact Joan Whitfield, Finance Business partner, via email at <a href="mailto:joanwhitfield@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">joanwhitfield@sthelens.gov.uk</a> 
Full Job Description &amp; 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.
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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; Diversity
We 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

Trainee Accountant

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Finance ApprenticeFull time, 37 hours per week with 1 day off for study per week2 year fixed term contractApprentice Rate - £10 per hour We have an exciting opportunity for an aspiring finance professional to join our hard-working and friendly team.You will support the delivery of high-quality financial services within the Council while gaining valuable workplace experience and working toward a recognised professional finance qualification (AAT).You’ll primarily work alongside the Trainee Accountant and Technical Accountant, contributing to essential day-to-day treasury operations, reconciliations, and technical accounting support.Ideally you will be able to work independently and work well as part of a team. You will be a quick learner, able to pick up tasks with a willingness to get involved.No candidate will meet every single desired qualification so if your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.Apprenticeship Support:The successful candidate will receive full support for completing an AAT apprenticeship, including study time, training resources, and mentorship from qualified professionals within the Council. While we offer our finance apprenticeships as 2-year fixed appointments, we aim to convert these roles to permanent Accountancy Assistant roles at the end of 2 years if the appointee has been successful in their studies. Our two previous finance apprentices now hold permanent roles in the team and are both studying for their professional accountancy qualifications.About you:We are looking for an individual who has:<ul>
<li>Excellent communication skills</li>
<li>A willingness to work as part of a team</li>
<li>A flexible approach combined with a positive attitude</li>
<li>Accuracy and attention to detail</li>
<li>Ability to plan, prioritise and organise own workload to meet deadlines while working under pressure</li>
<li>Enthusiasm to learn and work toward an AAT qualification</li>
<li>IT literate with a good knowledge of Microsoft Office in particular Excel</li>
<li>5 GCSEs to include maths and English at grade 4 or above</li>
<li>2 ‘A’ Levels would be desirable</li>
</ul>What we can offer:Our staff are at the heart of what we do, and as a result we are always looking to recruit, develop and retain the very best talent we can find. So, as well as a rewarding career, we offer a range of attractive benefits, such as:<ul>
<li>Excellent pension scheme with employer contributions</li>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement with options to purchase additional annual leave</li>
<li>Committed training programme and development opportunities</li>
<li>Onsite nursery with 20% staff discount</li>
<li>Discounted Gym and swim membership</li>
<li>Health and Wellbeing support and a Free Employee Assistance scheme including access to counselling services</li>
<li>Cycle to Work scheme</li>
<li>Employee Discounts with a range of companies including EE and the Kaarp discount scheme.</li>
</ul>We are an employer that values face to face communication, collaboration and connection, therefore all our roles have an office-based requirement with some agile working as part of the role.To discuss the post or for further information, please contact:Josh Sharratt, Trainee Accountant on 01386 565449 or email<a href="mailto:josh.sharratt@wychavon.gov.uk" target="_blank">josh.sharratt@wychavon.gov.uk</a>or Zosia Newton, Principal Accountant on 01386 565613 or email<a href="mailto:zosia.newton@wychavon.gov.uk" target="_blank">zosia.newton@wychavon.gov.uk</a>Closing Date:Sunday7 September 2025Interviews to be held on: Thursday25 September 2025Please note if we experience a high intake of applications, we may close the role and interview for the position sooner than advertised

Finance Apprentice

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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
Woking Borough Council have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Support Assistant to join our Financial Services department.&nbsp; As part of the Finance Business Support Team you will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks working flexibly over Accounts Payables, Account Receivables, Cash Management, reconciliation and other general financial service functions.
As a Finance Support Assistant you will support colleagues across the Council and assist in resolving any issues.&nbsp; Please refer to the job profile to see an outline of the job description and person specification.
Woking Borough Council offers in return a generous flexi time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month, membership of the local government pension scheme, discounted health and leisure membership plus many more benefits.&nbsp; For committed individuals there are excellent career opportunities.
Who to contact for an informal discussion;
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Shannon Tott, Finance Support Team Manager at <a href="mailto:Shannon.tott@woking.gov.uk" target="_blank">Shannon.tott@woking.gov.uk</a> or call 01483 743228
Closing Date :&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;31 August 2025
Interviews :&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;W/C 8 September 2025

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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 is a rare opportunity to join the systems team within the West Northamptonshire Council Pensions Service, responsible for the administration and management of the Cambridgeshire Pension Fund and Northamptonshire Pension Fund, worth in excess of a combined £8bn.The role reports directly into Systems and Projects Manager and is responsible for maintenance of the Funds’ pensions administration system, management information reporting and cyclical/ad hoc projects and processes.The LGPS landscape is evolving at a fast pace, and this role is critical is helping the Funds navigate a pathway through this change.<h2>Additional information</h2>We are looking for someone who thrives in a highly challenging environment with problem solving and analytical skills. &nbsp;The ability to analyse large data sets and identify inconsistencies is a key skill for this role. &nbsp;Advanced MS Office skills, including expert level skills in using MS Excel functionality, are essential. In order to be successful, you will be an excellent communicator and will be able to work with others and partner at a senior level.You will have excellent planning and organisational skills as this role is responsible for a wide range of activities that have competing timelines and resource pressures.<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.

Pensions Systems Analyst

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Principal Accountant (Capital &amp; Assets)
Post No: TBC
Salary: Starting from £47,181 to £51,356 per annum
Grade: Grade 8&nbsp;
Hours: 37 hours per week
Place of work: Worthing Town Hall - Hybrid Working - office-based with some home working
Closing date: 31st August 2025
Interviews: TBC
We are seeking a skilled and forward-thinking Principal Accountant (Capital &amp; Assets) to lead on all aspects of capital accounting for the Council. This is a pivotal role where you'll be responsible for producing, maintaining, monitoring, and closing all records related to capital budgets, expenditure, income, assets, and reserves.
You will act as the financial lead within the multi-disciplinary team that manages the Council’s asset portfolio and play a critical part in providing financial advice and support on our commercial activities and major projects.
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Lead on capital accounting, including budgeting, monitoring, and reporting.</li>
<li>Provide high-level financial advice on the Council’s Capital Investment Programme.</li>
<li>Support and advise project and commercial teams on financial viability and compliance.</li>
<li>Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting related to capital and asset management.</li>
<li>Lead financial aspects of audits, risk assessments, and long-term asset planning.</li>
<li>Support the transition to a new operating model that places data and digital at the core of our operations.</li>
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We are looking for an accountant with knowledge of local government finance or similar complex environments:&nbsp;
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<li>Capital accounting frameworks and asset management.</li>
<li>Excellent technical skills with a strategic mindset.</li>
<li>Experience working across teams, especially within multi-disciplinary and project-based settings.</li>
<li>Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop others.</li>
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This is an exciting time to be part of a modern, ambitious council driving innovation and transformation. You’ll be empowered to make a difference and shape how we manage and invest in our assets to deliver real value to our communities.
If this sounds like the role you have been looking for, we look forward to receiving your application!
At Adur &amp; Worthing, we are committed to supporting care leavers, in accordance with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and the Children and Social Work Act 2017. To that end, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone meeting the essential criteria of the role they are applying for. In order to be considered for this, you will need to be a care leaver under the age of 25 at the time of application. Please confirm that you are a care leaver in the "Showing how you meet the person specification and job description" section of the application form.&nbsp;
As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of applicants declaring a disability, that meet the essential criteria for this position, will be offered an interview.&nbsp;
Staff are our most important asset and we therefore have a benefit package which reflects our continuing commitment to our employees.&nbsp; This includes:
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<li>Generous leave entitlement; a minimum of 26 days + Bank Holiday entitlement</li>
<li>Local Government Pension</li>
<li>Training &amp; development</li>
<li>Occupational Health</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li>
<li>Employee resource groups/networks&nbsp;</li>
<li>Buddy Support Programme&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Flexible working options</li>
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We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Staff work in a supportive and safe environment, recognising their responsibility to value and respect each other’s contributions. Standards of conduct must be of the highest level to ensure that no-one is harassed, bullied or victimised. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, staff engagement forums and are keen to hear from applicants from a variety of different backgrounds.

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Principal Accountant (Capital & Assets)

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About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and skilled Finance Business Partner within the Operational Finance Team at London Councils. This role is part of a dynamic and collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality financial management services.
Reporting to the Chief Accountant, you will play a key role in the budget setting, monitoring, and financial planning cycle, for an annual budget of £390 million, whilst offering strategic advice to budget holders and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Provide financial business partnering to budget holders, including externally funded projects hosted by London Councils</li>
<li>Lead on budget preparation, forecasting, and financial monitoring</li>
<li>Advise on the financial implications of key management decisions</li>
<li>Support the annual accounts closedown process including liaising with auditors</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and regulations</li>
<li>Build strong working relationships with budget holders and stakeholders</li>
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About You
To be successful in this role, you will:
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<li>Be a part-qualified or fully qualified member of a CCAB or CIMA accountancy body</li>
<li>Have experience managing budgets in a complex, medium or large organisation</li>
<li>Demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills</li>
<li>Be confident in advising non-finance colleagues and influencing decision-making</li>
<li>Have the ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships</li>
</ul>
Why Join Us?
<ul>
<li>Be part of a respected and supportive finance team</li>
<li>Work on high-impact projects specifically designed to create positive change across London</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression</li>
</ul>
Closing date: 31 August 2025.
Interviews: week commencing 8 September 2025.

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