Trainee Accountant

Service: Financial Services - Accounting and Budgeting

Closing date - Wednesday 4 September 2024

Argyll and Bute is one of Scotland’s most stunning areas. As its award-winning council, we play a vital part in the day-to-day life and long-term future of our remote, rural and island communities. We work to develop a successful, vibrant Argyll and Bute with a growing population and a thriving economy. A place where people want to come to live, to work and to do business.  We see our council and our communities working together for wider priorities like climate change, economic growth, strong local governance and more – using our strong track record in partnership working at all levels to secure the best possible outcomes.

About the role: We are seeking a Trainee Accountant within the Accounting and Budgeting Team. This is a permanent full-time post working 35 hours per week and can be undertaken remotely within the Argyll and Bute area.

The job role will be flexible and the successful candidate will be required to provide support to various teams across Accounting & Budgeting in all financial matters, such as budget preparation and monitoring.  There will also be a requirement to undertake corporate financial services such as Treasury Management, tax issues, government returns and year end accounts. Please refer to the job description for full duties of the post.

About you: To excel in this role, you must be motivated and willing to study towards a CCAB qualification, preferably CIPFA. Your ability to learn, communicate effectively and work as part of team will be crucial to your success in undertaking this role and building your new career in accountancy.

Additional information: In addition to the fulfilling nature of the role, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. Our comprehensive employee benefits package includes a local government pension scheme, generous leave entitlement, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for learning and development.

Furthermore, we embrace a modern approach to work, offering a Hybrid and Flexible Working scheme that accommodates various preferences. Whether you choose to work from home, in the office, or a combination of both, we are committed to providing the necessary resources and support to enable you to thrive in your role.

Argyll and Bute Council recognises the numerous benefits of a positive work-life balance to the wellbeing and productivity of our employees. We will take a flexible first approach to requests from our employees to change the way that they work. While we must balance such requests with the need to ensure the quality of the important services we deliver is not compromised, we will ensure that each request is given careful consideration with a view to achieving a positive outcome wherever possible.

Join us in shaping the future of Argyll and Bute and together we can make a positive impact on the lives of our communities.

Applicants should note that:-

This post is not suitable for job share

 

To apply for this vacancy, please click on the Apply Now button at the top of this page.

If you would like clarification on any information contained within the vacancy advert and/or the job description you will require to speak with the recruiting manager, who is

David Forshaw, Finance Manager

Email: david.forshaw@argyll-bute.gov.uk

Reference: ARB14898/ 036093

Please note that you cannot apply for this vacancy by contacting the recruiting manager, applications must be made by clicking on the Apply Now button at the top of this page.

Please also note that we do not accept CVs, only applications completed and submitted via the Apply Now button on this page.

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. To find out more about our commitment to this please visit Equality & Diversity Policy.