Strategic Public Sector Finance Officer

Westmorland and Furness Council; Kendal; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Kendal is seeking a Principal Finance Officer to join their dynamic team. The role involves providing financial support for Adult Services and working closely with managers to enhance service delivery. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified CCAB Accountant or AAT with five years of relevant experience. Benefits include a competitive pension scheme and enhanced annual leave. Contact details are provided for queries.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Discount schemes

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of relevant accountancy experience.
• Ability to provide professional financial services to managers.
• Capable of maintaining accurate accounting records.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial support for Adult Services.
• Consult on financial needs and propose strategies.
• Prepare financial statements, grant claims, and reports.

Skills

Experience in financial management

Ability to work under pressure

Team collaboration

Initiative

Education

Fully qualified CCAB Accountants or AAT

Job description

A local government council in Kendal is seeking a Principal Finance Officer to join their dynamic team. The role involves providing financial support for Adult Services and working closely with managers to enhance service delivery. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified CCAB Accountant or AAT with five years of relevant experience. Benefits include a competitive pension scheme and enhanced annual leave. Contact details are provided for queries.