Accountancy Officer (Temporary Contract)

Salary: £25,992 to £28,624 per year (£13.47 to £14.84 per hour)
Location: Ilkeston

Join Erewash Borough Council and gain finance experience in the public sector

 

We are looking for an Accountancy Officer to join our small and friendly team on a temporary basis to provide maternity cover. You will gain valuable skills and experience, learning accounting processes and supporting vital services.

 

What Are We Looking For?

 

We are looking for a candidate who has some experience in a finance setting and ideally AAT part qualified/qualified. You will need to demonstrate you are numerate and possess excellent interpersonal skills. You will be organised and self-motivated, and able to work to set deadlines.

 

The Role

 

This is an interesting and varied role, and the main responsibilities include:

 

·       Provide financial support and advice to budget holders

·       Monthly reconciliations

·       Monitoring of revenue budgets

·       Maintaining a register of all grant income

·       Assisting with providing information to external audit

 

What Training and Development is available for this Post?

 

·       Supportive learning environment with a family friendly employer

·       Hands-on experience in a variety of accounting areas.

 

Why Choose Us?

 

Ideally situated in the vibrant East Midlands, we have seamless transport connections from Nottingham, Derby, and Leicester and beyond.  Our Town Halls offer free parking and friendly staff.  Embrace the convenience of remote work options alongside a genuinely flexible flexi scheme and a host of family-friendly policies.

 

For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity and more information about working for Erewash Borough Council please contact Judy Fay, Chief Accountant on 0115 907 1054.  No advertisers or recruitment agencies please.  

 

Closing date for applications is Sunday 20 April 2025 at midnight.

 

Interviews for this position will be held week commencing 28 April 2025.

 

You can apply with a CV and a supporting statement, clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role.  Please click the ‘Apply for the JOB’ button located at the foot of the page. You will be requested to provide some basic information before you upload your CV.

For further information about working for Erewash Borough Council and how to apply for this job please visit our website at https://www.erewash.gov.uk/jobs-section/jobs.html