We are seeking two Principal Finance Officers to join our friendly, supportive, and dynamic Finance Team. Our Finance Officers provide essential, flexible financial support across a wide range of Council services. In these roles, you will provide support for either Children’s or Adult Services, delivering professional financial services to managers throughout the Council. You will consult on their financial needs, provide recommendations, and propose strategies to enhance service delivery and financial performance. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records and preparing financial statements, grant claims, statistical returns, and other reports, all within the required deadlines Who we are looking for… We are looking for experienced and enthusiastic accountants who are committed to supporting the Council it its goal of achieving financial sustainability. The ideal candidates will be fully qualified CCAB Accountants or AAT with at least five years of relevant accountancy experience. To succeed in this role, you must be able to work accurately under pressure, collaborate effectively as part of a team, and demonstrate initiative. What can we offer you! Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk) Would you like to find out more? For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments: Post Specification Role Profile If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Catherine Briggs at catherine.briggs@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk or Jennifer Fuller at Jennifer.fuller@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk Application and Interview information Closing date: 2nd November 2025 Interviews Week commencing: 10th November 2025 To apply please click the Apply Now link below.