Finance Officer (Early Years Childcare)
| Posting date: | 05 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £34,434 to £39,152 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 February 2026 |
| Location: | Halifax, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Calderdale Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CC715 |
Summary
Post Ref: CC715
Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.
The Council’s Early Years and Childcare Finance Service supports the Early Years and Childcare Team’s delivery of the government’s Early Years Funded Entitlements to parents and providers throughout Calderdale.
The Service is looking to recruit a Finance Officer to carry out in-person audits of the funding and give business support to childcare providers throughout the borough.
The postholder will also be required to support the Early Years and Childcare Team by providing knowledge and expertise in business and finance, to contribute to the development and dissemination of policies and procedures, guidance and information to facilitate the successful commissioning of early years and childcare services across a variety of partner organisations, including schools, day nurseries, pre-schools, out-of-school clubs and childminders.
The role will be responsible for undertaking routine visits and investigations with partner organisations, to ensure contractual and statutory requirements are fulfilled satisfactorily and funds provided by the Council are administered effectively. The role will contribute to developing a culture of sound business and financial planning, supporting partner organisations to acquire management, financial and business skills to ensure that they have effective and compliant governance, financial and administrative systems, processes and procedures in place.
The post offers an exciting opportunity to build upon and maintain effective working relationships with a very diverse range of partner organisations and colleagues. This is a people-facing role requiring regular travel to providers throughout Calderdale. The service is looking to recruit a highly motivated individual with strong people skills, the ability to work to a high degree of accuracy and utilise a variety of IT based systems and packages. If you have recent experience of early years, running your own business, providing advice to businesses or organisations or commissioning services in a financial or compliance role, we will welcome your application.
Candidates are required to hold a recognised Accountancy or Business Studies qualification, Business Advisor accreditation, or have equivalent relevant experience.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Closing Date: Sunday 15th February 2026
Interview Date: Thursday 26th February 2026
Interviews will take place in person at our Princess Buildings offices in Halifax.
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.
Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.
The Council’s Early Years and Childcare Finance Service supports the Early Years and Childcare Team’s delivery of the government’s Early Years Funded Entitlements to parents and providers throughout Calderdale.
The Service is looking to recruit a Finance Officer to carry out in-person audits of the funding and give business support to childcare providers throughout the borough.
The postholder will also be required to support the Early Years and Childcare Team by providing knowledge and expertise in business and finance, to contribute to the development and dissemination of policies and procedures, guidance and information to facilitate the successful commissioning of early years and childcare services across a variety of partner organisations, including schools, day nurseries, pre-schools, out-of-school clubs and childminders.
The role will be responsible for undertaking routine visits and investigations with partner organisations, to ensure contractual and statutory requirements are fulfilled satisfactorily and funds provided by the Council are administered effectively. The role will contribute to developing a culture of sound business and financial planning, supporting partner organisations to acquire management, financial and business skills to ensure that they have effective and compliant governance, financial and administrative systems, processes and procedures in place.
The post offers an exciting opportunity to build upon and maintain effective working relationships with a very diverse range of partner organisations and colleagues. This is a people-facing role requiring regular travel to providers throughout Calderdale. The service is looking to recruit a highly motivated individual with strong people skills, the ability to work to a high degree of accuracy and utilise a variety of IT based systems and packages. If you have recent experience of early years, running your own business, providing advice to businesses or organisations or commissioning services in a financial or compliance role, we will welcome your application.
Candidates are required to hold a recognised Accountancy or Business Studies qualification, Business Advisor accreditation, or have equivalent relevant experience.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Closing Date: Sunday 15th February 2026
Interview Date: Thursday 26th February 2026
Interviews will take place in person at our Princess Buildings offices in Halifax.
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.
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