Finance Officer Northumberland National Park Authority is a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to preserving and enhancing the natural beauty, wildlife, and cultural heritage of one of England's most treasured landscapes.
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We are committed to sustainable development and the protection of this extraordinary environment for future generations.
About You and the Role We are now seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our team and support the financial management of our organisation.
As a Finance Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and effective management of the Authority's finances.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for a variety of financial duties that will contribute to the smooth running of the National Park's operations.
Key Responsibilities: Finance Officer work areas include: payroll, purchase ledger, credit cards, e-commerce, debtors ledger, income, travel and subsistence, grant claims, petty cash, bank reconciliation, budget monitoring, insurances, vehicles, tendering and management accounts reporting.
Operation of the financial systems in accordance with legal, audit and management requirements.
Specific lead areas will vary between Finance Officers, but team support through knowledge and practice in non-lead areas is expected.
Assisting in compilation of annual accounts and responding to audit queries.
Assisting in the compilation of the annual budget.
Monitoring and maintaining financial records relating to externally grant-aided and internal projects - keeping accurate records to ensure deadlines for submission are met, income received and drawdown fulfils all requirements.
Assisting in the implementation of new systems as required.
Role Requirements: Qualification with Association of Accounting Technicians (or equivalent) or significant experience working in an accounts discipline Numeracy and Literacy to GCSE level or equivalent Advanced Excel skills Ability to develop financial spreadsheets Substantial experience in operating financial ledgers Experience of preparing and monitoring of budgets and preparation of year end accounts Methodical in approach, ensuring accuracy under pressure Ability to work in a small, busy team If this role sounds like it's for you, then we really would like to hear from you.
Please apply using the application form on our website.
The Park Authority is an inclusive organisation, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity, relationship status, disability, age and social class.
If you are an applicant with disabilities who meets the essential requirements of the post, we will interview you.
For more information, please see below: Northumberland National Park Authority Job Description Post Finance Officer Department Finance and Resources Responsible to Finance Manager Responsible for No direct reports Grade Band 4 Job purpose To work as part of the Finance team, effectively using new technology, to ensure that all financial information is processed efficiently and accurately in order that the accounting systems provide the information required by managers and the Authority in a timely manner.
Key Result Areas Statutory Roles and Service Provision Operation of the financial systems in accordance with legal, audit and management requirements.
Specific lead areas will vary between Finance Officers, but team support through knowledge and practice in non-lead areas is expected.
Finance Officer work areas include: payroll, purchase ledger, credit cards, e-commerce, debtors ledger, income, travel and subsistence, grant claims, petty cash, bank reconciliation, budget monitoring, insurances, vehicles, tendering and management accounts reporting.
Assist in compilation of annual accounts and responding to audit queries.
Assist in the compilation of the annual budget.
Monitor and maintain financial records relating to externally grant-aided and internal projects - keeping accurate records to ensure deadlines for submission are met, income received and drawdown fulfils all requirements.
Assist in the implementation of new systems as required.
Proactively support the promotion of equality and inclusion in all areas of work Support and Advocacy Advise in the areas of budgets, financial regulations and procedures As part of a team, support a culture which fosters innovation, creativity, open communication and collaboration throughout the Authority Partnership and Liaison Liaise with external agencies and contacts (auditors, Customs and Revenue, funders, bank, etc) Other Duties Any other duties consistent with the nature, level and grade of the post as may be assigned by the Finance Manager or Head of Department.
Person Specification ESSENTIAL Knowledge Qualification with Association of Accounting Technicians (or equivalent) or significant experience working in an accounts discipline Numeracy and Literacy to GCSE level or equivalent Advanced Excel skills Skills Good verbal and written communication skills Ability to develop financial spreadsheets Experience Substantial experience in using a computerised accounts system Substantial experience in operating financial ledgers Experience of preparing and monitoring of budgets and preparation of year end accounts Personal Qualities Methodical in approach Ability to work in a team Ability to enable understanding by coaching non-financial staff Ability to travel to sites to fulfil the requirements of the post DESIRABLE Working towards a professional accountancy qualification Experience/qualifications in payroll Experience/qualifications in procurement Experience in cash handling Knowledge of local government finance Knowledge of National Park purposes