Salary: £27,274 - £27,709 per annum
Hours: Post 1 - 37 hours per week
Hours: Post 2 - 25 hours per week
Location: Hybrid working, both remotely and from Parkhouse, Carlisle.
Contract: Fixed Term
Job Overview
Do you enjoy working independently and with a fantastic team of people? You will join a friendly and proactive team who are passionate about providing top level customer service. We currently have 2 fixed term Finance Administrator vacancies based within the Purchase to Pay and Accounts Receivable Team. The team support the payment of supplier invoices and the management of customer accounts and sundry debt. You will be responsible for following procedures and will liaise with suppliers, customers and stakeholders ensuring a confident and professional approach. A flexible attitude and attention to detail are key in this role.
Who we're looking for
We're looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities. We're also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career. Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
- Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
- Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
- Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We're dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That's why we're a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer - to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments
to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren't always guaranteed, we'll always listen and we'll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Alison Mitchinson by email at Alison.Mitchinson@cumbria.gov.uk
Application and Interview information
- Closing date: 27/09/2026
- Interview date: Week commencing 02/10/2026
Please read the supporting information
- Post Specification
Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more
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