Finance Officer

Adult Learning; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk County Council is seeking a Finance Officer for a maternity cover position until September 2026, focusing on budgeting and accounting services. The role offers flexible working arrangements in a supportive environment with a competitive salary and various benefits. Opportunities for personal development and impacts on community services are also key highlights.

Benefits

Generous holiday

Health and wellbeing services

Flexible working

Discounts

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Finance Officer or in a similar role.
• Background in management and financial accounting.
• Ability to support budget holders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality budgeting and accounting services.
• Support daily budgeting and accounting needs.
• Participate in transformational projects.

Skills

Data Analysis

Financial Accounting

Management Accounting

Budget Support

Education

AAT qualified or part-qualified at CCAB level

Job description

Job Description

Finance Officer | 8415 | Maternity Cover until 30 September 2026 | 37 hours/week | £38,626 - £40,476 p.a. (Scale J) | County Hall

Norfolk County Council is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join the Budgeting and Accounting Team. The role involves delivering high-quality budgeting and accounting services across the organization.

Norfolk County Council provides countywide services to residents and collaborates with local businesses, voluntary organizations, and other authorities to ensure excellent service delivery.

The Budgeting and Accounting Team supports various services to ensure accountability and value for money. The role is part of a dynamic, transformational environment, initially supporting Adult Social Care.

Key responsibilities include supporting daily budgeting and accounting needs and participating in transformational projects. The candidate should have a background as a Finance Officer or similar, be AAT qualified or part-qualified at CCAB level, and experienced in management and financial accounting, data analysis, and supporting budget holders.

We offer a supportive work environment emphasizing work-life balance, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work remotely. Norfolk's scenic environment and cultural richness are additional perks.

Interested candidates should contact Stephen Fell at 01603 224364 or [e-mail] for more information.

Benefits include competitive salary, generous holiday, health and wellbeing services, flexible working, discounts, pension scheme, and more.

Applicants are encouraged to read the full job description and person specification before applying. Internal applicants can apply via myOracle.

Closing dates: Redeployment - 23 June 2025; Other applicants - 7 July 2025.

About Norfolk

Norfolk boasts beautiful coastlines, thriving towns, and a vibrant cultural scene. The economy is growing in sectors like energy and food, with ongoing housing and educational developments. The county is an excellent place to live, work, and innovate.