Finance Specialist

North East Lincolnshire Council; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council in the UK is seeking a Finance Specialist to provide proactive financial support and guidance. You will play a crucial role in advising on budgeting and financial planning, preparing returns, and contributing to strategic initiatives. This is an opportunity to thrive in a collaborative environment while ensuring compliance and supporting vital public services.

Benefits

Generous leave entitlement including bank holidays

Local government pension enrollment

Access to salary sacrifice schemes

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in local government finance is essential.
• Ideally working towards or holding AAT/CCAB qualification.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert financial advice on budgeting and planning.
• Lead on preparing financial returns and grant claims.
• Support strategic projects and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Financial management

Communication

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Education

AAT qualification

CCAB qualification

Job description

Could you be the person who brings energy, expertise, and innovation to a fast-paced financial environment?

If you're someone who thrives in a dynamic financial environment, enjoys working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, and has a passion for delivering high-quality financial support and advice, then this role could be the perfect fit for you.

What's the role all about?

As a Finance Specialist, you'll play a key role in delivering a comprehensive and proactive financial support service to the Council. This includes providing expert advice on budgeting, financial planning, and accounting practices, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting the development of financial systems. You'll also contribute to strategic projects and help shape the financial direction of the organisation.

What will your day look like?

You'll be at the heart of financial operations, offering expert advice to managers and budget holders, ensuring they make informed decisions. You'll take the lead in preparing and reviewing financial returns and grant claims, while playing a key role in budget setting, monitoring, and final accounts processes. Training others on financial systems and procedures will be part of your remit, alongside maintaining and refining complex financial models. You'll also contribute to service improvements and special projects, all while ensuring the Council remains compliant with financial regulations and best practice. No two days will be the same, and your work will make a real difference.

Who are we looking for?

We're seeking a finance professional who brings a wealth of experience in local government finance and financial management, coupled with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You'll be someone who thrives on solving problems and driving innovation, with a sharp eye for analysing complex data and presenting it in a clear, accessible way. Ideally, you'll hold an AAT qualification or be working towards a CCAB qualification or have equivalent experience. Support to continue professional studies would be considered for the right candidate. A strong commitment to continuous professional development is essential. You'll be confident working both independently and as part of a team, able to juggle competing priorities, and deliver high-quality results under pressure.

Why join us?

Because this isn't just a job it's a chance to be part of something bigger. You'll be joining a forward-thinking council that values your expertise and encourages you to make a real impact. You'll work in a collaborative environment where your insights help shape financial strategy and support vital public services.

Contact and Key Dates

For more information please contact:

Samantha Buckley via [e-mail]

Closing date - 20th July

Interviews - TBC

We want you to have the best interview experience with us, so will provide candidates selected for interview their questions 24 hours in advance of meeting us.

We reserve the right to close our adverts early if we have received a significant volume of suitable applications.

Benefits

As part of your RewardNEL package, you will have a generous leave entitlement (including bank holidays) and enrolment into a local government pension. You will also have access to our exclusive RewardNEL platform, which includes salary sacrifice schemes such as Cycle2Work, Holiday Extra, and Tusker (Car Lease), discounts at local coffee shops and bars, direct access to in-house wellbeing support, free and discounted local parking, and savings at major retailers, entertainment, and hotels.

NELC staff can benefit from flexible working, excellent training and development opportunities, and a Fostering friendly scheme.

Support

If you need help applying for this position, please contact Wendy Trask on 07702 338542 (text or call). Wendy can assist with digital access and provide guidance on completing the application form.

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