(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)

The OneTeam partnership

Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Corporate Finance Team provide support to both Councils.

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our recently formed Corporate Finance Team for an Accounts Assistant. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively under pressure to deliver positive outcomes. The role covers transactional, operational and business support functions to handle the day-to-day finance tasks including journals, purchase orders, data analytics, complete returns, support cash management and reconciliations.

Please view the Job Description and Person Specification below for more information.

About the candidate

This opportunity would suit either an individual who has experience within an accounts team or some who is looking to start a career in finance.

Benefits of working for us

In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.

For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Harris – Corporate Manager (Financial Management) on 01277 312500.

Please note – this is a hybrid role, which will require working at both Councils' sites. The successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.