Job Description

Salary

NJC19 31,067.00

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Hours

Fulltime and Permanent

Job category/type

Finance

Date posted

07/07/2025

Job reference

NELC400000237



Could you be the person who helps our financial operations run smoothly and accurately?

If you're someone who is looking for a career in a fast-paced financial environment this role could be a perfect fit. You'll bring a sharp eye for detail and a genuine passion for producing accurate, insightful data. You take pride in supporting others, sharing your knowledge across teams, and contributing to a collaborative working culture. With a strong sense of integrity and a commitment to openness and continuous improvement, you'll feel right at home.

What's the role all about?

As a Finance Practitioner, you'll provide assistance across a range of financial services, including budgeting, reporting, and systems support. From preparing budgets to supporting service users and colleagues, your work will directly contribute to the council's ability to deliver effective and efficient services. You'll also help maintain financial integrity, support system development, and ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures.

What will your day look like?

As part of a wider team, you will support budget holders with financial planning and monitoring, ensuring they have the data needed to make informed decisions. You'll produce accurate and timely financial information investigate queries and play a key role in maintaining the integrity of financial systems. Your contribution will be vital in training and supporting colleagues on financial systems, managing reconciliations, and contributing to both budget preparation and year-end processes. Additionally, you'll be responsible for reviewing financial returns and grant claims. Within a supported environment you will be able to develop your skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment where juggling multiple priorities and meeting deadlines is all part of the challenge.

Who are we looking for?

We're seeking an individual looking to build a career within a large accountancy team. Whilst not essential, accounting experience or qualifications would be beneficial. Opportunities to work towards an accounting qualification would be considered for the right applicant. You'll have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, paired with a proactive, solutions-focused approach to challenges. Your ability to manage workloads effectively and support colleagues

will be key to your success in this role. If you're adaptable, detail-oriented, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Why join us?

Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation where your skills and contributions truly matter. You'll work in a collaborative environment that values professional growth, continuous improvement, and innovation in financial practice.

For more information please contact:

Samantha Buckley via Samantha.Buckley@nelincs.gov.uk

Key Dates
Closing date - 20th July

Interviews - TBC


We want you to have the best interview experience with us, so will provide candidates selected for interview their questions 24 hours in advance of meeting us.

We reserve the right to close our adverts early if we have received a significant volume of suitable applications.

As part of your RewardNEL package, you will have a generous leave entitlement (including bank holidays) and enrolment into a local government pension.

You will also have access to our exclusive RewardNEL platform.

This includes a variety of salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle2Work, Holiday Extra and Tusker (Car Lease), discounts at local coffee shops and bars, direct access to our inhouse wellbeing support, free and discounted local car parking as well as instant access to new savings at major retailers, entertainment and hotels.

NELC staff can also benefit from flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities and a Fostering friendly scheme.

Do you need support?

If you need any help applying for this position, please contact Wendy Trask on 07702 338542 (text or call). Wendy can support with digital access as well as offering advice and guidance about completing the different sections of the application form.

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