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Finance Administration Assistant
| Posting date: | 30 October 2024 |
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| Salary: | £23,500 to £23,893 per year |
| Additional salary information: | LGPS pension scheme |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 November 2024 |
| Location: | LE15 6HP |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Rutland County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | RES/1024/FAA |
Summary
Are you looking to take your first step on your journey into Finance? If so this role is the perfect opportunity for you to start your financial career journey. We are looking for someone with good Microsoft Excel skills. You need to be organised, have a keen eye for detail and be able to manage your own workload whilst working to set deadlines.
About you…..
To be successful in the role you will need to have:
• Maths & English to GSCE level or equivalent
• Good working knowledge in use of computerised systems, including email, word and excel
• Experience of providing administrative support in a busy, customer focused office environment and be able to write clearly and accurately
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work tasks
About the role…..
Supporting the Deputy Head of Finance and Accountants you will play a pivotal role in providing an efficient and effective accounting service to the Council, assisting in the delivery of financial reports and other related finance projects.
At Rutland County Council we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to driving positive change through innovative financial strategies. We are focused on promoting financial sustainability, improving public services, and fostering a vibrant community for all residents.
The Finance Administration Assistant Interviews will be held week commencing 18 November 2024. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.
We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If you’re interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay.
Our offer to you:
Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.
We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.
Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice. As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage.
queries about this role please contact Laura Daughtry, Deputy Head of Finance on 01572 758158 or at ldaughtry@rutland.gov.uk.
How to apply:
Click on the apply button which will redirect you to the Jobs Go Public (JGP site) where we handle all our vacancies. If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account, you will be guided through the set up process. Access to an account is necessary, as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have used to register. This is a shortened application process where basic details need registering alongside a submission of a CV.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk
All recruitment correspondence, including interview details, will be sent out via email from the Jobs Go Public site. If you require documentation/correspondence in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment team.
Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.
About you…..
To be successful in the role you will need to have:
• Maths & English to GSCE level or equivalent
• Good working knowledge in use of computerised systems, including email, word and excel
• Experience of providing administrative support in a busy, customer focused office environment and be able to write clearly and accurately
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work tasks
About the role…..
Supporting the Deputy Head of Finance and Accountants you will play a pivotal role in providing an efficient and effective accounting service to the Council, assisting in the delivery of financial reports and other related finance projects.
At Rutland County Council we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to driving positive change through innovative financial strategies. We are focused on promoting financial sustainability, improving public services, and fostering a vibrant community for all residents.
The Finance Administration Assistant Interviews will be held week commencing 18 November 2024. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.
We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If you’re interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay.
Our offer to you:
Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.
We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.
Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice. As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage.
queries about this role please contact Laura Daughtry, Deputy Head of Finance on 01572 758158 or at ldaughtry@rutland.gov.uk.
How to apply:
Click on the apply button which will redirect you to the Jobs Go Public (JGP site) where we handle all our vacancies. If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account, you will be guided through the set up process. Access to an account is necessary, as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have used to register. This is a shortened application process where basic details need registering alongside a submission of a CV.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk
All recruitment correspondence, including interview details, will be sent out via email from the Jobs Go Public site. If you require documentation/correspondence in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment team.
Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.
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