Support the provision of advice, information, analysis and interpretation to budget holders to underpin effective decision making, meaningful performance management and meet statutory requirements. The post holder will achieve a high level of customer satisfaction levels and make a real and demonstrable difference to the Council’s business
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Officer to join our Finance Service at Cheshire West and Chester. The role will involve providing advice, information, analysis and interpretation to Education & Inclusion budget holders to underpin effective decision making, meaningful performance management and to meet statutory requirements.
You should have a proven track record in a Finance officer or equivalent role and be able to demonstrate you have the skills to effectively supervise and motivate staff. We are looking for someone with a high degree of commitment, self-motivation and initiative who has strong analytical skills but is also able to present and communicate information to non-finance professionals in a meaningful way.
During employment with Cheshire West and Chester Council, you will have access to learning and development opportunities, discounts in shops, hotels, restaurants and more, flexitime, volunteering and family friendly leave, flexible working arrangements, 25 days annual leave increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service and access to the local government pension scheme.
The role is full time; 37 hours per week.
Location: Agile Worker – working from home with occasional travel to workspaces across the Borough of Cheshire West and Chester.
Interviews are likely to take place on 10th March 2025
For further information regarding the role please contact Lynsey Taylor, email address Lynsey.Taylor@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk
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