Job reference REQ00000017684 Date posted 19/12/2024 Application closing date 26/01/2025 Location North-West Cumbria Salary £33,366 - £34,314 per annum Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Attachments Blank
Accounting Technician (x4 roles)- CMB1511e
Salary: £33,366 - £34,314 per annum
Hours: Up to 37 hours per week (full-time and part-time roles available)
Location: Hybrid working - the team work remotely and from office locations at Carlisle, Workington or Whitehaven.
Contract: Permanent
About us:
Cumberland Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority dedicated to shaping a better future for our communities. We are passionate about creating a vibrant future by addressing inequalities, creating thriving economies that work for our residents and protecting our environment.
At the core of our vision is a commitment to our people, with health and well-being being integral to everything we do, underscoring every initiative and ensuring we provide unparalleled support for all.
We can’t do it without you! Come and embark on the journey to a vibrant future with us, where the work you do will make a real impact. Together, let's shape a community that's as dynamic and inclusive as our landscape. Be a part of the transformation!
About this opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity at Cumberland Council to work in our dynamic Finance Department.
You will provide support across a range of financial activities including: revenue and capital budget monitoring, the co-ordination and preparation of budgets; monthly reconciliations; assisting with the preparation of the Statement of Accounts; preparation of financial returns and administration duties surrounding the Council’s insurance cover. Roles are required across a range of services, from our corporate accounting team through to business partnering in support of the Council’s key services, and in our Schools Finance department.
Who we’re looking for
* Fully qualified member of the Association of Accounting Technicians (or equivalent qualification) or at least 3 years accountancy experience
* Attention to detail
* Good communications skills
* A positive ‘can do’ attitude
* Someone who is driven, who would like to grow and develop with the business to build a long-term career.
If this sounds like you, then please get in touch!
Application and Interview information
Closing date: Sunday 26 January 2025
Interview date:To be confirmed
Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.
Please upload a copy of your CV with your application
Our interview process can accommodate both in-person and virtual formats, with tailored options discussed upon invitation to the interview stage.
We welcome applications from everyone
At Cumberland Council, we are dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce, striving to mirror the rich tapestry of the communities we proudly serve. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are devoted in fostering an inclusive, supportive culture that embraces and appreciates our unique differences.
As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we ensure that applicants with disabilities, meeting the essential criteria for this position, are guaranteed an interview as part of our commitment to equal opportunities. Your diverse perspectives and talents contribute to our collective success.
We're also an Age Friendly Employer, meaning we commit to providing an inclusive workplace for people in their 50s and 60s and taking the necessary action to help them flourish in a multigenerational workforce. We recognise the importance of mature workers and aim to provide an environment on which they can thrive.
Reasonable Adjustments: We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know on; Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. Adjustments are not always guaranteed although we will endeavour to make adjustments that are reasonable to accommodate your needs.
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