Finance Officer

2 days ago

Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom Cheshire West and Chester Council Full time

We are seeking a motivated and detail-orientated Finance Officer to support the Technical Accounting & VAT Team or the finance business partnering function across Strategic Commissioning and Public Health. Finance Officers play a key role in providing financial advice, preparing forecasts, and supporting financial reporting, including statutory returns.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in public sector finance, support the delivery of key services and play a vital role in ensuring financial sustainability and performance across the Council.

**Organisation**
- Cheshire West and Chester Council

**Location**
- Ellesmere Port

**Job Category**
- Finance

**Grade**
- CWAC NJC - Grade 10

**Salary Min**
- £40,476 Per Annum

**Salary Max**
- £46,581 Per Annum

**Hours per week**
- 37

**Weeks per year**
- 52.143

**Employment Type**
- Permanent

**Closing Date**
- 10/08/2025

**Ref No**
- W4072

**Documents**

Cheshire West and Chester Council is a place where everyone can Thrive - through our core values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money and Empowerment.

The roles

You will be joining a high performing finance team who are committed to delivering value for money for the residents of Cheshire West and Chester Council. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported to thrive, regardless of background or career stage.

We are currently recruiting to Finance Officer roles in the following areas:

- Technical and Accounting VAT Team
- Finance Business Partnering - Adult Social Care, Strategic Commissioning & Public Health

Finance Officers play a key role in providing financial advice, preparing forecasts, and supporting financial reporting, including statutory returns. The role requires strong organisational skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and confidence in building effective working relationships across finance and service teams.

Some posts may include line management responsibilities, including day-to-day supervision and development of staff.

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to present financial data clearly are essential. Excellent communication skills, a proactive approach to change, and a collaborative mindset will help you succeed in this role. We value motivation, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service to our communities.

In return you will be playing your part to make a difference to our colleague experience at a high performing Council. You will also receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays after 5 years’ service, the ability to work flexibly, and have access to a range of benefits in terms of reward, wellbeing, and development.

Location: Agile Worker - working from home with occasional travel to workspaces across the Borough of Cheshire West and Chester.

Interviews are likely to be held week commencing 25th August 2025.

Cheshire West and Chester Council are committed to equality and diversity in employment. Please see the Equality Policy for more information.

Cheshire West and Chester Council have adopted a Local Living Wage for our employees which means that all employees will receive a minimum of £12.60 per hour for all contracted hours.

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