Financial Accountant

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Financial Accountant (internally known as Finance Manager) who would like to join our team. 

Lincolnshire County Council has a track record of efficient and effective financial management with the Council continuing to report a healthy financial position delivering services within our financial envelope.  Become a key member of our team, delivering for Lincolnshire and support the Council to continue to take the necessary decisions to promote financial sustainability for Lincolnshire services.

You will be joining our team as we roll out our new workforce strategy, a strategy which puts our people at the heart of our service.  We are creating a learning environment which encourages continuous personal and professional development.  This will ensure we have the right people with the right skills to support the Council to move forward in the challenging financial climate.

The Role

Working with colleagues, you will draw on your technical expertise and experience to constructively challenge actual and forecast financial performance to inform decision making and contribute to the delivery of efficient, effective services within the financial resource available.

This role supports the closure of the Council’s accounts and the preparation of the Statement of Accounts. You will ensure these are prepared in accordance with the Accounts and Audit Regulations and relevant codes of practice.

Working in collaboration with others, the role will be expected to monitor, analyse the impact of, and implement new legislation, regulation, and accounting standards. 

You will be empowered to influence strategy, collaborate on policy goals, offering expert analysis and interpretation, presenting options to resolve problems and exploit opportunities.

You will be responsible for the operational management of your team, motivating people and promoting continuous personal and professional development ensuring sufficient skills and experience to ensure delivery is aligned with the Councils strategy.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will have a blend of technical and people skills and a passion for continued professional development.  You see the value in the business intelligence you provide and inspire others to make use of it. Your ability to listen, interpret, influence, and challenge respectfully means that colleagues see you as trusted partner and involve you in supporting them to drive their services forward.

You will have the opportunity to contribute to a team which has a broad remit and seeks to increase the impact of its work. You will share our values – collaborative, adaptable, responsible, eco-conscious, supportive – and directly contribute to the continuous development of Lincolnshire County Council’s ‘working for a better future’ vision.

You will be able to think innovatively and show enthusiasm for contributing to new ways of working. You will also have the skill and flexibility to operate at a fast pace and overcome challenges readily, positively and collaboratively. It is vital that you embrace change and can see the benefits of doing things differently to improve outcomes.

Location

The team work on a hybrid basis, with, on average, two days of the week spent connecting in the office and three days of the week home based. This role would be expected to work within these arrangements.

Our offer

Because we value our employees and recognise that your well-being is paramount, we’ve crafted a competitive benefits package designed to not only acknowledge your hard work but also foster a healthy work-life balance. From health benefits and retirement plans, we strive to provide a package that supports well-being and financial stability and that meets the diverse needs of our workforce.

Along with a competitive salary you'll receive;

• “Green book” Local Government terms and conditions
• Access to Local Government Pension scheme
• Comprehensive benefits package including salary sacrifice for cars, cycles, plus excellent discount schemes
• 37 hour working week (as full time) including flexible and hybrid working
• A generous leave entitlement with a minimum of 28 days plus bank holidays and the option to buy more
• Free financial wellbeing advice

 

For more information on our rewards and benefits package have a look at Rewards and Benefits at LCC

 

Next Steps

If this role appeals to you, then please read through the attached Job Description prior to applying to ensure you meet the required criteria for the role and to help you with your application. Please note that internally the role is titled, Finance Manager.

Please ensure that your cover letter states why you have applied and how you feel you meet the required criteria.

Applications close on Wednesday 12th December 2024.

Interviews will be held in early January 2025.

Lead Contact

If you would like an open and informal discussion regarding this role then please contact claire.welberry@lincolnshire.gov.uk        

            

 

 

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary.  Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

 

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. 

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.