Finance Administrator x 2 -CMB2670e

Westmorland and Furness Council; Carlisle; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Council is recruiting two Finance Administrator positions within the Purchase to Pay and Accounts Receivable Team. The roles are fixed-term, with hybrid working combining remote and Carlisle-based work, and salaries of £27,274–£27,709 per annum.

Post 1 offers 37 hours per week and Post 2 offers 25 hours per week; the team handles supplier payments, customer accounts and sundry debt, with an emphasis on accuracy, procedures, and professional stakeholder liaison.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures in payment processes and liaise with suppliers, customers and stakeholders.
• Support the payment of supplier invoices and manage customer accounts and sundry debt.
• Demonstrate accuracy, attention to detail and a proactive approach in a busy finance team.

Job description

Salary: £27,274 - £27,709 per annum

Hours: Post 1 - 37 hours per week

Hours: Post 2 - 25 hours per week

Location: Hybrid working, both remotely and from Parkhouse, Carlisle.

Contract: Fixed Term

Job Overview

Do you enjoy working independently and with a fantastic team of people? You will join a friendly and proactive team who are passionate about providing top level customer service. We currently have 2 fixed term Finance Administrator vacancies based within the Purchase to Pay and Accounts Receivable Team. The team support the payment of supplier invoices and the management of customer accounts and sundry debt. You will be responsible for following procedures and will liaise with suppliers, customers and stakeholders ensuring a confident and professional approach. A flexible attitude and attention to detail are key in this role.

Who we're looking for

We're looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities. We're also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career. Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We're dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That's why we're a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer - to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments

to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing [e-mail]. While adjustments aren't always guaranteed, we'll always listen and we'll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Alison Mitchinson by email at [e-mail]

Application and Interview information

• Closing date: 27/09/2026
• Interview date: Week commencing 02/10/2026

Please read the supporting information

• Post Specification

Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more

• Our Staff Benefits
• Candidate Support
• About Cumberland Council