INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA MYSELF
Salary Range: NLC 4-10 £24,984 - £45,696
We are the fourth largest local authority in Scotland, responsible for providing essential public services to North Lanarkshire. Our Finance service supports the delivery of the council's priorities to meet our communities' needs.
We seek a confident, enthusiastic individual eager to succeed in our Trainee Accountant Programme. This approximately three-year training scheme offers comprehensive experience in modern financial and accounting practices. Trainees will rotate through various Finance teams, gaining ground-up insights to contribute effectively to the Council's services. We are proud to be a Best Practice Employer and support your progression through the CIPFA Professional Accountancy Qualification (PAQ).
Applicants should have a Degree (or equivalent) or be fully AAT qualified, with a commitment to a career in local government finance. Essential qualities include numeracy, enthusiasm, confidence, strong research and analytical skills, workload management, clear written communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Ability to work independently or in a team is also required.
Note: Salary progression depends on successful completion of CIPFA PAQ stages.
This is a temporary position until 31/12/2028
Working at North Lanarkshire Council
We offer a competitive benefits package, including 27 days annual leave, 6 public holidays, and access to our learning and development programs through LearnNL. For more details, visit the work well NL website.
We promote flexible working through our Smarter Working Policy and are committed to inclusive recruitment practices, including guaranteed interviews for disabled applicants, service personnel, veterans, and care-experienced individuals.
North Lanarkshire aims to be a place to live, learn, work, invest, and visit, emphasizing fair work principles that foster creativity, potential, and productivity.
For alternative application formats or further information, please contact 01698 403151 or visit Easy Read - My NL.
Important: We do not accept CVs; a complete application form is required for consideration. CV submissions will be disregarded.
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