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Senior Finance Assistant – Creditor

Senior Finance Assistant – Creditor

Department: Finance

Grade/Salary: 4 – £22,219 – £24,432

Hours: 37 hours

Contract: Permanent

Location: Kelvedon Park

The right person

We are seeking to employ a friendly, reliable, and efficient person to join our office team as a Finance Assistant.

The role

As a Senior Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for:

Assisting the Processing Team complete daily/weekly/monthly tasks in a timely manner highlighting errors and training where necessary.
Supplier payments, post in system/pay in online banking and send remittance advices to suppliers, keeping to deadlines for payments to suppliers.
Maintaining aged creditors and supplier accounts.
Bank reconciliations.
Maintaining daily cashflow reports.
Maintaining relationships with suppliers and across the business.
Taking calls and dealing with enquires.
Providing stakeholders with financial information when required (budget holders, auditors etc.).
To work within and promote the Authority’s health, safety and welfare policies and procedures as set out in SIS SO Vol 6/1 ‘Health and Safety Policy document’.
To work within and promote the Authority’s equality and diversity policies and procedures.
To undertake such other duties as allocated from time to time by the Authority, appropriate to the level of the post.
To provide cover within the Finance Section in the event of absences.

Application and eligibility

To be eligible for the role, you must have purchase ledger experience and be proficient with MS Excel (VLOOKUPS, pivot tables and formulas).

In addition, the ideal candidate will have bookkeeping experience, be comfortable posting journals, and have a basic knowledge of VAT.

How to Apply

External candidates

Please apply by submitting a supporting statement of no more than 700 words demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria of the person specification for the role. It is important to ensure you have attached the supporting statement as your statement will be used for shortlisting purposes.

Internal candidates

There are two routes to application. If you are engaged in the Leadership resourcing and succession programme, please liaise with the Leadership Succession team as to how to progress your application. Alternatively, you can apply via Civica self-services route by submitting a supporting statement of no more than 700 words demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria of the person specification for the role. It is important to ensure you have attached the supporting statement before selecting Apply as your statement will be used for shortlisting purposes.

We review all applications against the criteria detailed in the Vacancy Information Pack, so please do ensure you fully detail how you meet the criteria of the role. We love it when our applicants write thorough and thoughtful responses to the Supporting Statement questions, so don’t be afraid to go into detail. This will ensure we get a good understanding of your skills and experience, and how you meet the requirements of the role

Closing date: Monday 9th May 2022

If you have any queries about the process, please contact our recruitment team via recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk

About Us

Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

It is our policy to require all applicants for employment to disclose if you are currently being investigated by any regulatory body or have any decisions or sanctions pending or in progress in respect of your suitability to work for the Service.

You agree to inform the Service within 24 hours if you are subsequently investigated by any agency or organisation in relation to concerns about your behaviour towards children, young people or vulnerable adults.

The information you provide will be treated as strictly confidential and will be considered only in relation to the appointment for which you are applying.

This role maybe subject to a standard/enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We are an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from everyone and values diversity in our workplace. A commitment to promoting diversity and developing a workplace environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Operational Training Administrator

A fixed term job opportunity has arisen within our Training Admin section for an Operational Training Administrator based at our Training and Development Centre in Handsworth, Sheffield.

The overall purpose of the role will be to provide an effective and efficient systems & admin support service to Training & Development Centre (TDC).

To be considered for this role you will have previous experience of administrative duties and extensive experience of using Microsoft IT systems.

The key duties include providing administrative support for TDC. You will be responsible for updating internal systems like Dolphin, UBIK and Room Bookings as well as taking meeting minutes as required.

For more information about the role contact Debra Farrell on 0114 2532922

A job description and person specification for the role can be obtained via our website at http://www.syfire.gov.uk/jobs or by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

To apply for the post please download an application form from our website or contact recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

Closing date for applications is 17:00 hours on Friday 13th May 2022

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 24th May 2022

New starters will normally commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. We offer 27 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays. Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 31 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 36 days. We also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme.

Other benefits include; a cycle 2 work scheme, a free on site gym, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

All applications will be given equal consideration and we particularly welcome applications from individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Other (LGBT+) or are disabled as these groups are currently underrepresented within our workforce. SYFR also offer a guaranteed interview scheme in relation to disability and further details of this can be found on our website.

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check or Enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB) if applicable.

If you require any of our recruitment documents in larger print please contact our recruitment team as above.

Community Safety Advisors (2 positions)

1 based in Milton Keynes

1 based in High Wycombe

Permanent Contract, 37-hour week, Full time, Local Government Pension Scheme, good annual leave entitlement, employee benefits, Employee Assistance Programme, Occupational Health, free onsite parking, onsite gym facilities.

Additional benefits:

Uniform provided
Access to Service vehicle

£24,866 – £25,425 a year

Closing date: 11 May 2022 at Midnight

An excellent opportunity has arisen at Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service for two Community Safety Advisors. This role will involve working across the whole of the Service area assisting with our vision, to make Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes the safest areas in England in which to live, work and travel.

Are you personable and keen to make a real difference to your community? If so, it could be you that we are looking for!

Based at High Wycombe Fire Station or West Ashland (Milton Keynes) Fire Station the ideal candidates for our Community Safety Technician roles will be:

Great at communicating with people
Flexible in their approach to work
Keen to support local stations in the delivery of prevention activity
Passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable people

The successful candidates will work to reduce the risk of fire through delivering advice and guidance. They will also install risk reduction equipment as required to those living in specialised housing environments, high-rise premises, sheltered accommodation and other similar settings. They will provide an additional swift response to engage with the community in areas where there has been a significant fire.

For further information about the role please review the job description.

Please specify which location you would like to apply for in your supporting statement

(Internal applicants please log in using your iTrent Self Service username and password)

Community Safety Coordinator

Closing date – 11 May 2022 at midnight

£29,789 – £30,327 a year

Location – High Wycombe Fire Station

Are you personable and keen to make a real difference to our community? If so, it could be you that we are looking for!

Based at High Wycombe Fire Station, and predominantly covering the South Bucks area, the perfect candidate for our Community Safety Coordinator role will have a passion for:

Working with the community
Sharing advice and providing support
Developing networks
Improving the lives of vulnerable people

The successful applicant will be responsible for supporting our firefighters across the south of the county in planning and delivering community safety initiatives.

You will be expected to deliver prevention activity to assist in the reduction of accidental dwelling fires, deliberate fires, and other risks, while promoting community safety principles. Some knowledge would be beneficial, but this is not essential as training will be provided.

You will also need to work with partners and community contacts to help identify and develop networks which support the delivery of our key messages – so excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders are essential for this position.

The right candidate will be joining a great team of enthusiastic prevention professionals, and play a key role in supporting our work across Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes to:

Deliver our Fire and Wellness programme.
Build successful multi-agency Prevention partnerships.
Provide targeted support to those in our community who are the most vulnerable or at greatest risk.

For further information about the role please review the job description.

(Internal applicants please log in using your iTrent Self Service username and password)

ICT Desktop Technician

ICT Desktop Technician

£25,419 – £27,514 per annum (includes market supplement)

37 hours per week

ICT Department, Hindlip Park

An exciting, permanent opportunity has arisen in the ICT department, based at Service Headquarters, Hindlip Park.

The role of ICT Desktop Technician is to provide 2nd level support to HWFRS users in a mixed full/thin/mobile client environment. The post holder will assist the IT Help Desk with the diagnosis, support and troubleshooting of desktop and software application issues.

As a small and dedicated team everyone gains experience and exposure of a wider range of IT disciplines. The successful candidate will undertake training and development opportunities to aid progression in the Department, including to 3rd Line Senior Technician roles.

The Person

Ideal candidates will have a recognised computing qualification at HNC level or equivalent experience, with Industry qualifications, such as Microsoft, Cisco and ITIL desirable.

Experience and knowledge:
– Experience in supporting a comprehensive range of ICT services in a business environment. Knowledge of cloud services and SaaS operating models would be highly desirable.

– A good working knowledge of the Microsoft Windows desktop platform.

– Experience in creating and administering user accounts and user groups within Microsoft Active Directory.

– A good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows file, folder and network shares permissions.

– Practical knowledge/understanding of desktop computing hardware and technologies.

– Experience of working with data networks, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and Ethernet networking.

– Experience of working with utility programs such as anti-virus, anti-spam, backup etc.

– Organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and work under pressure.

– The ability to support senior technical colleagues in ICT technical projects.

– The ability to identify technical problems and offer logical solutions.

About Us

Every day we’re helping to save lives and keep the community safe – and not only by fighting fires. Behind the scenes at Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service, there are lots of other roles that people don’t see, helping to provide vital functions to keep us an efficient and effective Fire and Rescue Service.

Reasons to Join Us

26 days annual leave entitlement increasing to 31 days after five years’ continuous service (plus bank holidays).
Access to a local government pension scheme.
Flexi-time scheme allowing you to have an element of flexibility over your working hours.
Free On-site parking.
Staff support networks.
Emergency Services Discounts.
Onsite canteen available.
Landscaped surroundings.

Please note, this role is graded scale 5 (£22,571 – £24,920 per annum) but attracts a market supplement of 11%. This therefore makes the salary for this role £25,419 – £27,514 per annum. This market supplement is subject to review.

The closing date for applications is 8th May 2022.

The successful applicant will be subject to a NPPV Level 3 Vetting Check, as we are co-located on West Mercia Police premises. Possession of a current, valid driving licence is also required.

For any further queries regarding the role, please contact Operational Support Manager Pete Chatwin on 01905 368 413.

Community Safety Education Delivery Officer

An opportunity has arisen within our Prevention & Protection section for a 12 month FTC for a Community Safety Education Delivery Officer.

The overall purpose of the role will be to assist in the delivery of South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s Safety Messages to the pupils that attend Crucial Crew and events, and general administration duties as required.

The focus of this role will be to undertake the delivery of all crucial crew scenarios as detailed in the lesson plans. These scenarios include Bedtime routine and Home Safety, Arson and consequences and Water Safety. To undertake other education/intervention packages run at the Lifewise centre this can include bespoke events and or tailored crucial crew deliveries.

To be considered for this role you will have previous experience of working within an education setting, experience of delivering to a target audience. Basic administration skills and be able to work as part of a team.

The key duties will include delivery of Crucial Crew scenarios, preparing resource packs for schools, assisting in the delivery of home safety checks when needs arise. Carrying out administration work associated with Community Safety function including maintenance of computerised and manual records, preparation of the set and classrooms for Crucial Crew and Lifewise events.

For more information about the role contact Amanda Thompson on 07771500729.

A job description and person specification for the role can be obtained via our website at http://www.syfire.gov.uk/jobs or by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

Closing date for applications is 17.00 hours on Friday 27th May 2022

Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 13th June 2022

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

All applications will be given equal consideration and we particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black or Minority Ethnic backgrounds (BME), women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgender (LGBT) or are registered as disabled as these groups are currently underrepresented within our workforce. SYFR also offer a guaranteed interview scheme in relation to disability and further details of this can be found on our website.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check or Enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB) if applicable.

If you require any of our recruitment documents in larger print please contact our recruitment team as above.

Operational Risk Inspector

Operational Risk Inspector

Job Details:

An opportunity has become available to join a small team within Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service as an Operational Risk Inspector, working across Suffolk, supporting the emergency response crew/s.

Do you enjoy being part of a team?
Would you like to work in an incredibly varied role?
Have you an attention to detail and want to make a difference?

The role:

As an Operational Risk Inspector, you will be required to collate and share data following inspections/reviews of sites across Suffolk, on behalf of Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service. You will be part of a team that produces information that is available to our Operational response when dealing with emergencies.

You will be supported by existing team members and the service and become a valued member of the fire community.

Your responsibilities will include (list not exhaustive):

gathering and collating information
reviewing/amending new and current information held
communicating with both internal and external partners
supporting Operational response crew/s.

You will need:

good communication skills (both verbal and electronic)
attention to detail
ability to plan workloads/appointments
to work within a team.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (via the application URL). If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

We will offer you:

The opportunity to work within a great team, the ability to make a difference supporting both our Operational crew/s and those who call upon us in their ‘hour of need’.

Travelling requirements for your role:

Vocational Driving Essential (vehicle provided) – Due to the nature of this role, you will require a driving licence. A vehicle will be provided.

For more information:

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Conrad Burgess at conrad.burgess@suffolk.gov.uk or 07780 220007.

Closing date: 9:00am 25 April 2022

Health and Safety Assistant

Permanent Contract

Full time – 37 hours

£27,270- £27,663 per annum

Closing date: 3 May 2022 at midnight

An excellent opportunity has arisen here at Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes Fire Authority (BMKFA) for a Health and Safety Assistant. This role is based at the Brigade Headquarters in Aylesbury where our vision is to make Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes the safest areas in England in which to live, work and travel.

The successful candidate will be assisting with the implementation of the safety management system and compliance with all legislation that impacts on Authority policies and procedures and the requirements to ensure the safety of employees and those who may be affected by the work of the Authority.

Day to day tasks will include but are not limited to:

Managing the day-to-day functionality of the electronic safety event database, including liaising with users, the supplier and the Health and Safety Advisor
Analysing safety events data – identifying trends and generating reports for the service
Develop and deliver Health and Safety training packages
Develop and deliver Health and Safety communications utilising a range of media
Deputise for the Health and Safety Advisor

You should have experience of risk assessment methodology and have good organisational skills as the role requires dealing with various conflicting priorities. You will also be required to have excellent communication skills as you will be dealing with people from all levels of the organisation and externally.

The role will also involve interrogating data, as such, you will need to be analytical, numerate and able to problem solve effectively.

So, if you think you’ve got what it takes and want a challenging career then come and work for us, we are based at our Brigade Headquarters, located at Stocklake in Aylesbury.

(Internal applicants please log in using your iTrent Self Service username and password)

Junior Lawyer (Employment and Civil Litigation)

The Role
Post: Junior Lawyer (Employment and Civil Litigation)
Salary: £39,083 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £39,083 – £46,684 per annum
Contract type: Fixed Term (12 months)
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Tuesday 03 May 2022 at 16:00 GMT

The Role

London Fire Brigade is one of the largest fire and rescue services in the UK and in the world and is currently undergoing an exciting period of transformation. An opportunity has arisen at the London Fire Brigade to join General Counsel’s Department as an employment lawyer. General Counsel’s Department consists of circa. 30 staff providing cost effective legal advice and representation to the Brigade on a wide range of practice areas including employment law, pensions, fire prosecutions, personal injury, property, contracts and procurement. It also provides advice on the decision-making processes and the powers and duties of the London Fire Commissioner (LFC). Each area of work has a Team Manager, a group of lawyers, paralegals and business support officers to assist with day to day work.

The Team

We are a small team who supports the LFC and in this key role, you will need to have the ability to organise and manage a complex and heavy case-load independently, analyse information critically, provide effective written and oral advice, work with a variety of colleagues and other stakeholders in a publicly accountable environment and to embody our Togetherness Strategy. It is important that you have the aptitude, ambition and potential to thrive in this environment.

The Candidate

We are looking for a specialist employment lawyer with a “can-do” attitude, preferably with some pensions and general civil litigation experience who enjoys a fast-paced environment and working as part of a team. You will be a qualified solicitor, barrister or Chartered Legal Executive Lawyer in England and Wales who has completed a training contract, pupillage (or has been exempted from this by the Law Society or Bar Council) or has qualified through the CILEx route. The candidate should have an understanding of governance and decision making within a local authority type organisation and an awareness of the need to be alert to political sensitivities. Being highly organised, used to working electronically with minimum supervision and the ability to meet tight deadlines are crucial for this role. You should also bring sound judgement and analytical skills. We would welcome applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates.

The Application

To apply, please complete the online application and upload the following documents:

A copy of your up-to-date CV.
A cover letter (max. of two sided A4) clearly outlining the relevant experience, qualifications, skills and qualities you have to successfully perform this role (see the job description below).

To see the job description please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access and the full advert.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description.

Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications will not be accepted.

Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.

Eligibility
You will be a qualified solicitor, barrister or Chartered Legal Executive Lawyer in England and Wales who has completed a training contract, pupillage (or has been exempted from this by the Law Society or Bar Council) or has qualified through the CILEx route.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

CV and cover letter (sift). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place week commencing 19 April 2021. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Please note: Should you be shortlisted and because of the current Covid-19 situation you will need to be able to conduct an interview over a video conferencing service such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams. You will be asked to provide relevant contact details for that to take place if shortlisted.

Additional Information
We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

Benefits of working for LFB

26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Welfare Scheme
Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
Season ticket loans
Equality Support Groups
Contributory Pension Scheme
Cycle to work scheme

In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a basic criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences which are not spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory. Successful candidates should apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to get a copy of their criminal record and share the original disclosure certificate with the LFC. The check will only show convictions that are not ‘spent’. It will cost the successful candidates £23 (current charge) and usually takes up to 14 days.

Portfolio & Benefits Officer

Portfolio & Benefits Officer

Permanent

Department: Innovation & Change
Grade/Salary: 7 (£31,895.00 – £34,373.00 per annum)
Hours: 37 hours, however, we are open to flexible working arrangements.
Location: The role will be primarily based flexibly (from home) and from Service HQ (Kelvedon), but with the requirement to travel around the county and attend Service premises at times.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity to support our Portfolio, Governance and Assurance function as our Portfolio & Benefits Officer, building our approach to better benefits management within Innovation & Change.

The role will be responsible for working closely with our Benefits, Programme and Project Managers to scope, define, track, monitor and analyse benefits of change, as well as supporting the wider portfolio of change.

The role reports into our newly appointed Head of Portfolio, Governance & Assurance so it’s an exciting time to be contributing to the journey and development of this function.

Application and Eligibility

The ideal candidate will be educated to level 4 standard or be able to demonstrate equivalent at work level of experience, ideally with an administrative or project support focus, with a desirable project management equivalent professional qualification such as Prince2.

You should submit your application, including a supporting statement of no more than 1,000 words, detailing how you meet the essential requirements of the person specification. Please ensure you have uploaded your statement before you click APPLY.

This supporting statement will be used to shortlist your application so you should ensure all essential areas of the person specification are covered in your statement.

Closing Date – 5pm, Tuesday 3rd May ’22

We anticipate assessments being undertaken in the week commencing 16th May ’22.

Queries

If you have any queries about the role, please contact Hannah Wakeman, Head of Portfolio, Governance & Assurance by email to hannah.wakeman@essex-fire.gov.uk

Our Culture and Benefits

Here at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service we are committed to prioritising and promoting the wellbeing of our employees. Some of our benefits include:

Flexible working hours
Remote working opportunities
Wellbeing and counselling service
Physiotherapy services
Affiliation with the Blue Light Card scheme
Generous annual leave
Competitive pension scheme
Career development opportunities

About Us

The information you provide will be treated as strictly confidential and will be considered only in relation to the appointment for which you are applying.

This role maybe subject to a standard/enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.