Salary: £34,434 – £35,412 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Hybrid (Carlisle base, occasional office attendance)
Contract: Permanent
About this opportunity
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounting Technician to join our Finance Unit and support the effective financial management of the Council. This role contributes to budget setting, ongoing budget monitoring, and year-end processes, providing accurate financial information to support informed decision-making across services. You will work closely with budget holders, promote effective use of financial systems, and provide flexible support across the organisation.
Key responsibilities
- Supporting budget setting, monitoring, and closure of accounts.
- Maintaining the general ledger, including processing journals and virements in line with Financial Regulations.
- Producing financial reports and analysis for finance managers, budget managers, and Members.
- Supporting and improving the use of financial systems, including delivering training to users.
- Providing flexible financial support to services across the Council as required.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to play a key role in a collaborative public sector finance team.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation’s core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services, and shape a better future for our communities. We also value potential over perfection and can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.
Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we are a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer, to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
We have a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who:
- Consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
- Are aged 24 and under in care or have left care
- Identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets)
These applicants should select ‘yes’ to the relevant question during the application process.
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