Cheshire East Council's Finance Team is looking for a motivated finance professional to join us as an Accountant / Finance Business Partner. You will provide financial support and advice to directors, heads of service, budget holders, elected members, and other stakeholders across our services.
As a Finance Business Partner, you will lead your own team and provide specialist financial and service improvement advice to the Council's services. You will ensure effective resource management, accountability, control, and compliance with statutory obligations and corporate standards.
The Council is facing increasing demand for services and rising costs, and a transformation programme is underway to address these challenges. This programme aims to create a stronger, more flexible Council that can deliver vital services better and support those in need.
Finance Business Partners play a key role in helping managers deliver financially sustainable services through high-quality financial advice and support.
Cheshire East Council has a strong track record of financial management, with an annually updated Medium Term Financial Strategy and timely completion of statutory Statement of Accounts.
About you
You must be a full member of a professional accountancy body (CIPFA or CCAB equivalent) with extensive experience in accountancy, particularly in the public sector or large organisations. You should have a proven track record of delivering reliable and accurate financial information.
Flexibility is key, as you will work in a fast-paced environment with changing deadlines and priorities. You should be able to work independently and as part of a team, managing and prioritising competing workloads. Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, and experience with finance systems are essential.
What We Offer:
1. Career Progression: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the Finance team. Further details of the Finance career progression framework will be published on the Council's website soon. This includes the ability to move roles within the service and gain wider experience.
2. Hybrid Working: Flexible work options, including regular work-from-home opportunities, with the requirement to attend the office as needed. The Finance Team is based in Delamere House, Crewe, with the option to work in Macclesfield Town Hall and a need to attend meetings across the borough.
3. New employees: are required to be office-based for the first three months of their employment, working in Delamere House, Crewe, to facilitate effective induction, training, and integration with the team.
4. Competitive Salary: With a pending pay award.
5. Flexible Working Pattern: 37 hours per week, with up to 18 days of flexible leave per year.
6. Annual Leave: 26 days (plus bank holidays), increasing to 31 days after 5 years of service.
7. Open to Applications: from candidates seeking permanent, temporary, and part-time roles.
Contacting us
If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Steve Reading, Finance Manager - Place and Corporate Services: steve.reading@cheshireeast.gov.uk
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