Contract type - Permanent
Hours - Full-time
Department - Financial Accounting
Salary - Grade 9, £33,367 to £36,325 per annum
Contact - Lorraine Farrow
Phone: 01983 821000 ext. 6314
Email: lorraine.farrow@iow.gov.uk
Reference - 2025_1484
Location - County Hall, Newport, Isle of Wight, with agile working options
Closing date - 01 September 2025
Hours per week - 37
We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our forward-thinking Finance team. This role is part of the Corporate & Technical Team within the Finance Directorate, supporting the financial accounting requirements of the Council.
The successful candidate will demonstrate precision and diligence in managing significant monetary values. The role involves using various software systems, including the Council’s SAP finance system, to support treasury functions, financial analysis, reporting, and transaction recording. You will assist the Finance Manager in developing strategies and performance reports in critical areas of finance, with access to professional advisors and regulatory guidance.
Applicants must be fully qualified with the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) or equivalent. This is a Grade 9 role with a recent pay increase of 3.2%.
If you are interested in contributing to an innovative finance team with opportunities for process improvement, we encourage your application.
For more information or an informal discussion, contact Lorraine Farrow at 01983 821000 ext. 6314 or lorraine.farrow@iow.gov.uk.
Staff benefits include:
* 32 days annual leave plus public holidays
* Local Government pension scheme
* Discounted Solent ferry travel
* Island bus network discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
* Staff parking permits
* Discounted island sports and leisure gym memberships
* National and local discounts and benefits schemes
* Relocation assistance up to £8,000 (subject to criteria)
* Travel allowance for mainland commuting (subject to criteria)
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