Finance Accounting Lead - CHM : Job Details

Our client, a Fire and Rescue service has an exciting new opportunity within their Financial Services section for a Finance Accounting Lead, based at their central headquarters in Sheffield.

Finance Accounting LeadContract: PermanentSalary: Grade 8 (£37,336 - £40,221) (pay award pending)Hours: Full Time - 37 Hours per week (Flexi Time)Work Pattern: Mon - FriLocation: Central Headquarters, Sheffield/Agile

The overall purpose of the role is to support the team in proactively contributing towards the efficient and effective delivery of the services's strategic objectives and priorities. The main element of the role is to be responsible for the preparation of the draft statutory accounts, fixed asset accounting and treasury management in compliance with relevant codes of practice.

The successful candidate will join an established team which consists of Accountancy, Financial Systems, Payments and Revenues and Payroll and Pensions. Other benefits of working within the service include; a cycle 2 work scheme, a free on site gym, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme, along with a generous holiday entitlement and flexible working policies.

To be considered for this role you will have previous experience of working in a finance environment both financial management and accounting and have knowledge of public sector accounting.

You must be able to self-motivate, plan, prioritise and demonstrate continuous professional knowledge as well as being either qualified at CCAB or a CCAB finalist.

Closing date for applications is 12.00 hours on Monday 30 September 2024. Interviews will be held week commencing 17 and 18 October 2024.

Interested?

To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position.

New starters will commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. The Service offer 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays. Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days. They also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme.

Other benefits include; a cycle 2 work scheme, a free on site gym, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

This employer is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. They warmly welcome applications from individuals who identify with underrepresented groups within their workforce, including individuals from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (LGBT+), and individuals with disabilities. In addition, they will look to support anyone who requires Part Time/Job share working hours. They believe that a diverse workforce leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision-making, and they are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check or Enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB) if applicable.

This Fire Service's recruitment and selection procedures reflect their commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. All staff are expected to share this commitment.

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No agencies please.