Job details
Job reference: REQ00000017680
Date posted: 19/12/2024
Application closing date: 26/01/2025
Location: CARLISLE
Salary: £37,035 - £37,938
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Full time
Financial Systems Development & Control Officer - CMB1508e
Salary: £37,035 - £37,938
Hours: 37 (Part time hours considered)
Location: Carlisle
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.
About this opportunity:
The Financial Systems & Control team is part of the Resources Directorate. The team leads on providing effective financial systems to ensure the Council is using systems to its optimum advantage.
Key responsibilities:
This key post will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of financial systems across Cumberland Council. You will collaborate with Finance and IT Teams to ensure systems are integrated and compliant with the Cumberland Council operating model.
Who we’re looking for:
* AAT qualified or qualification in a related subject such as Project Management, ICT or Risk & Business Continuity.
* Demonstrable knowledge of financial reporting systems.
* Significant experience of working within a finance environment.
* Good technical background in accounting covering budget management process, year end accounting and financial transactional processing.
* Experience of working within a project environment.
* Strong communication skills.
* Ability to challenge ideas and provide recommendations that can help Cumberland Council deliver better results.
We believe in the power of our core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative.
If this sounds like you, then please get in touch!
Cumberland Council Staff Benefits
Pay:
* As a real living wage employer, we offer competitive rates of pay.
* Our pay scales are nationally agreed and come with a national annual pay review.
* A range of allowances for out-of-hours availability or extra responsibilities.
Pension:
* Opportunity to join a generous defined benefit pension scheme.
* Opportunity to boost your pension with Additional Pension Contributions.
Holidays:
* 25 days holiday per year, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service.
* 8 public holidays.
Flexible Working:
* Flexible working arrangements including remote work options.
* A flexi-time scheme allowing varied start and finish times.
Application and Interview information:
* Closing date: 26/01/2025
* Interview date: TBC
Please upload a copy of your CV with your application.
We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce.
As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we ensure that applicants with disabilities meeting the essential criteria for this position are guaranteed an interview.
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