Location: Northallerton Headquarters, with the opportunity for Hybrid working

Hours: Full Time, permanent position (NYFRS)

Salary: NYFRS Grade 8.3-9.2 £32,020 – £33,820

We are currently seeking a Senior Accounting Technician to join our Finance team which provides financial services to North Yorkshire Police (NYP), North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Services (NYFRS) and the Office of the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (OPFCC).

Reporting to an Accountant, you will provide support in delivering on all aspects of budget and budget management of the Fire & Rescue Service. This will include the monitoring and analysis of payroll costs to inform budget forecasts and financial decision making. The role will also involve providing specialist advice and support to Finance colleagues and also budget holders in both Fire Service operational and support staff functions.

The successful candidate will be a proactive team worker, with excellent communication and inter- personal skills. Previous experience of working within Management Accounts and providing analytical information is essential. Applicants must be qualified to AAT Level 4 or hold an equivalent professional qualification. Ideally the successful candidate will be looking to continue studying to qualified accountant level and develop their skills and experience.

The role sits within a fast-paced environment that prides itself on its team ethos – which means that you will need to be flexible, have strong decision-making skills, able to work independently, able to prioritise your own work and be ready to meet tight deadlines.

Working for us – what we can offer you

Working for North Yorkshire Fire Service is rewarding and brings opportunities to make a real difference not only internally but to the communities we serve.

You’ll receive a competitive salary and be entitled to a Local Government pension scheme, leave entitlements and other employee benefits. Unison is the recognised trade union and there are also several employee support networks. You’ll also benefit from discounts on shopping and eating out as part of the Blue Light Card scheme.

We support hybrid working and our teamwork either from office’s based across the NYFRS estate, or from home.

You will be welcomed into an organisation that is committed to ensuring everyone is treated fairly and supported equally. We value different perspectives, skills and experiences and we care about the well-being of our staff, and actively support people so they can perform to their best.

How to apply

To arrange an informal discussion regarding the role please contact Mark Renwick, Accountant at mark.renwick@northyorksfire.gov.uk

If this sounds like an exciting opportunity, we want to hear from you.