Job Description

Job Introduction

Join Us as a Finance Officer for an 18-month contract to cover Parental Leave

Location

: Hybrid (Bristol-based office & remote)

Contract

: 18 month contract - Full-time

Closing Date

: 21st July 2025


Shape the Future of the West of England


We're looking for a driven, enthusiastic and proactive

Finance Officer

to join our dynamic Finance Team at the

West of England Combined Authority

. This is your opportunity to be part of something truly transformative--helping to deliver nearly

billion in new investment

across the region.


Whether it's improving transport, building homes, boosting skills, or responding to the climate emergency--we're making bold strides. Led by our Metro Mayor, we're uniting communities, local councils, public services, and businesses to make our region thrive.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Finance Business Partner for Capital Delivery, you'll:

Support the delivery of the most exciting Projects in the West of England Work together with the wider Finance Team and also with non-finance Reconcile control and bank accounts, supporting year-end audits Prepare financial reports, assist in producing accounts and disclosure notes Support funding claims and collaborate with internal and external auditors Maintain the Finance Outlook inbox, Grant Register, and continuously improve our financial systems

What You'll Bring

Essential:

AAT-qualified (or working towards it) with 2+ years' finance experience Strong communication, numeracy, and analytical skills Confidence engaging with Director-level stakeholders Experience handling reconciliations and generating financial reports

Desirable:

Proficiency in modern financial systems and spreadsheets A Level, BTEC National or equivalent qualification

Ready to Make an Impact?


Be a part of something bigger. Apply now and help build a region we're all proud to call home.


About The Company

Our Offer

Alongside the opportunity to lead change, drive strategic initiatives, and make a real difference in the West of England, we offer an excellent benefits package including:

26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous or reckonable service. There is also the option to increase your annual leave with our annual leave purchase scheme. 1 day of paid leave each year to volunteer Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of 15.3% Flexible, family friendly and hybrid working options to ensure you achieve the best work/life balance and career goals. We follow a hybrid working model with typically 2 or 3 days in the office each week Reduced bus fare travel across the West of England

The West of England is an amazing part of the world to live and work. We are based in a new bright and airy office, with all the latest technology, close to Bristol Temple Meads Train Station.


The salary for this role is 30, 559 - 32, 654. This is the full-time equivalent salary, and will be pro-rata for part-time. We advertise salary ranges for job roles, with new appointments for external candidates typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, where higher skill levels or experience are applicable, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees.


We believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, empowering you to thrive in your career. We prioritise your growth and success by providing a diverse range of learning and development opportunities. Our goal is to keep you motivated, equipped with essential skills, and confident in delivering excellent services.

Good Employment Charter

As a founding Member of the West of England Good Employment Charter and accredited Living Wage Employer, we're committed to creating a diverse environment where all our employees can thrive. We make sure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and we particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or citizenship status.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have an accessibility need, disability, condition or need any additional support that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process (for example, you might need to submit your application in a different format), please get in touch with our Resourcing Team at Resourcing@westofengland-ca.gov.uk. We are here to assist and accommodate your needs.



Please note this vacancy may close early or be extended depending on the number of applications so please don't wait to apply. If you have started your application, we'll give you notice of the new closing date by email.



From a recruitment agency? We're not engaging with agencies for this role. Any CVs received from agencies will be considered as unsolicited and the property of the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, with no obligation to pay agency fees.

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