At a Glance
- Tasks: Support financial management and provide advice to schools within North Lanarkshire.
- Company: Join North Lanarkshire Council, a dynamic and supportive workplace.
- Benefits: Enjoy 27 days annual leave, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with a focus on team collaboration and support.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in education finance while growing your career.
- Qualifications: HNC in Accounting or AAT Level 2 required, plus two years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 36145 - 42115 £ per year.
To enable officers to discharge their financial management duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Council’s Financial Regulations, the Finance and Technology Service aims to ensure that Council Services are provided with the necessary financial support and advice in a targeted, value-added, risk-based, and appropriate manner. A key objective of Finance and Technology Service is to support Council Services in delivering on the priorities and shared ambition of North Lanarkshire.
Working within the Finance and Technology Service of the Council, you will be a confident, enthusiastic, and self-motivated individual who exhibits a positive and professional disposition. As a key officer within a wider Finance Team, you will be required to display initiative and work well and collaboratively within a team environment.
Your main duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting in the development and implementation of financial and budgetary control systems along with accompanying budget preparation and monitoring outputs;
- Assisting in the preparation and completion of the Council’s statutory accounts, statistical returns, and other reporting requirements;
- Undertaking detailed financial monitoring of both capital and revenue income and expenditure accounts.
Importantly, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with the Council’s Financial Regulations and Scheme of Financial Delegation. The Assistant Accountant (Schools) remit extends these responsibilities to the Council’s Devolved School Management (DSM) Scheme regarding the financial advice and support provided to Head Teachers / Heads of Establishment within North Lanarkshire’s educational estate.
Suitable candidates must have either an HNC in Accounting, or Association of Accounting Technician (AAT) Level 2 qualification (Certificate in Accounting – SCQF Level 6), or equivalent, relevant qualification. Additionally, candidates will require a minimum of two years practical experience within an accounting and finance environment; experience of financial ledger / accounting systems; experience of using spreadsheets, databases, coupled with demonstrating other pertinent ICT knowledge and transferable skills; and be able to evidence analytical, numeracy, communication, and interpersonal skills. Candidates must also have the ability to organise their work effectively to meet deadlines.
You will be joining a dynamic and flexible team within Finance and Technology who currently operate a hybrid model of home-working and office-based work at the Civic Centre offices in Motherwell. You will require to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member through Disclosure Scotland and obtain a satisfactory membership check prior to commencing in this role.
North Lanarkshire Council offers a great package of benefits, including 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays, and a wide range of benefits available to you. We also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy LearnNL to help you reach your full potential and further your career.
North Lanarkshire Council is committed to supporting Care-Experienced People and offers guaranteed interviews for applicants who meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.
Assistant Accountant (Schools) (2 Posts) - REQ06333 - 478901 employer: North Lanarkshire Council
North Lanarkshire Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. With a comprehensive benefits package including 27 days of annual leave, flexible working options, and access to a robust learning academy, employees are supported in achieving their career aspirations while contributing to the community's educational and financial management goals. The collaborative and dynamic work culture fosters teamwork and innovation, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the public sector.
