Capital andCapital and Systems Accountant

North West Leicestershire District Council is a busy council, working across our communities to help people and businesses thrive.

We're looking for a Capital and Systems Accountant to join our busy Finance Team at the heart of a multimillion-pound organisation that provides a wide range of services to over 97,000 residents and 4000 businesses across North West Leicestershire.

About the role: Our Capital and Systems Accountant will be co-ordinating the financial management of the council's capital programmes and acting as the administrator of the financial systems and systems that integrate into it.

You will be responsible for providing technical capital accounting advice and guidance, playing a critical role in the timely and accurate closure of the year end accounts, capital monitoring and forecasting reports. Our ideal candidate This role requires 2 distinctive skills: that of a Capital Accountant and a Systems Accountant.

Our ideal candidate will have strong capital accounting skills and IT skills and will have worked in similar roles. However, there is an opportunity to develop a promising candidate into this role.

Candidates who have a little capital or systems experience who are keen to progress and develop their skills within a flourishing team are encouraged to apply.

• 36.25 hrs per week with an annual salary of £36,124 - £39,513

• Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working

• 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years

• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 25% employer's contribution

• Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses

• Continued training and development opportunities

Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Anna Crouch (Head of Finance & Deputy S151 Officer) at [email protected] or 01530 454492, who will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role.

You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers Applications must be made using the on-line application process. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Closing Date: Tuesday 14 January 2025 Systems Accountant North West Leicestershire District Council is a busy council, working across our communities to help people and businesses thrive. We're looking for a Capital and Systems Accountant to join our busy Finance Team at the heart of a multimillion-pound organisation that provides a wide range of services to over 97,000 residents and 4000 businesses across North West Leicestershire. About the role Our Capital and Systems Accountant will be co-ordinating the financial management of the council's capital programmes and acting as the administrator of the financial systems and systems that integrate into it. You will be responsible for providing technical capital accounting advice and guidance, playing a critical role in the timely and accurate closure of the year end accounts, capital monitoring and forecasting reports. Our ideal candidate This role requires 2 distinctive skills: that of a Capital Accountant and a Systems Accountant. Our ideal candidate will have strong capital accounting skills and IT skills and will have worked in similar roles. However, there is an opportunity to develop a promising candidate into this role. Candidates who have a little capital or systems experience who are keen to progress and develop their skills within a flourishing team are encouraged to apply. • 36.25 hrs per week with an annual salary of £36,124 - £39,513 • Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working • 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years • Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 25% employer's contribution • Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses • Continued training and development opportunities Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Anna Crouch (Head of Finance & Deputy S151 Officer) at [email protected] or 01530 454492, who will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role. You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers Applications must be made using the on-line application process. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Closing Date: Tuesday 14 January 2025