Job Description

Salary

NJC31 40,476.00

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Hours

Fulltime & Permanent

Job category/type

Finance

Date posted

07/07/2025

Job reference

NELC400000238



Could you be the person who brings energy, expertise, and innovation to a fast-paced financial environment?

If you're someone who thrives in a dynamic financial environment, enjoys working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, and has a passion for delivering high-quality financial support and advice, then this role could be the perfect fit for you.

What's the role all about?

As a Finance Specialist, you'll play a key role in delivering a comprehensive and proactive financial support service to the Council. This includes providing expert advice on budgeting, financial planning, and accounting practices, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting the development of financial systems. You'll also contribute to strategic projects and help shape the financial direction of the organisation.

What will your day look like?

You'll be at the heart of financial operations, offering expert advice to managers and budget holders, ensuring they make informed decisions. You'll take the lead in preparing and reviewing financial returns and grant claims, while playing a key role in budget setting, monitoring, and final accounts processes. Training others on financial systems and procedures will be part of your remit, alongside maintaining and refining complex financial models. You'll also contribute to service improvements and special projects, all while ensuring the Council remains compliant with financial regulations and best practice. No two days will be the same, and your work will make a real difference.

Who are we looking for?

We're seeking a finance professional who brings a wealth of experience in local government finance and financial management, coupled with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You'll be someone who thrives on solving problems and driving innovation, with a sharp eye for analysing complex data and presenting it in a clear, accessible way. Ideally, you'll hold an AAT qualification or be working towards a CCAB qualification--or have equivalent experience. Support to continue professional studies would be considered for the right candidate. A strong commitment to continuous professional development is essential. You'll be confident working both independently and as part of a team, able to juggle competing priorities, and deliver high-quality results under pressure.

Why join us?

Because this isn't just a job--it's a chance to be part of something bigger. You'll be joining a forward-thinking council that values your expertise and encourages you to make a real impact. You'll work in a collaborative environment where your insights help shape financial strategy and support vital public services.

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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