FInancial Professional
CV-LibraryNewport, GwentcontractPosted: 22 October 2026
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Newport
Contract
£14.82 per hour
Our client is looking for an experienced Accountancy Assistant.
4 days remote, 1 day in the office generally on a Tuesday as the whole team go in
This is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk
To provide financial support within the service group including final accounts preparation, the production of annual estimates and provision of monthly budgetary control information.
KEY RESULT AREAS
1. Responsible for specific areas or tasks in relation to the service group’s final accounts;
2. Responsible for specific areas or tasks in relation to the preparation of the service group’s budgets;
3. To assist with the maintenance and development of the Authority’s financial systems as they impact on the service group and enhance training and financial awareness;
4. To assist in financial monitoring of the service group’s units through the completion of all routine, regular tasks and provision of information;
5. To provide relevant data and assist in the completion of grant claims, statistical and statutory returns;
6. To assist in monitoring expenditure incurred as part of the capital or minor works programme;
7. Any other reasonable duties as requested by the Finance Business Partner.
This job description sets out the main result areas of the post at the date when it was drawn up. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot in themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
• Minimum 5 GCSEs A–C (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics
• Studying for, or attainment of foundation level AAT or introductory level CAT or NVQ/SVQ level 2 Accounting
• Understanding of principles of accounting within the Public Sector
• Practical experience of final accounts preparation and/or budgetary control work
• Experience of communicating financial information to non-finance managers
• Be able to communicate financial information effectively with colleagues
• Be able to set priorities and complete tasks with a minimum of supervision
• Demonstrate an aptitude for IT skills with advanced spreadsheet and/or database knowledge
PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk
The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Newport
Contract
£14.82 per hour
Our client is looking for an experienced Accountancy Assistant.
4 days remote, 1 day in the office generally on a Tuesday as the whole team go in
This is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk
To provide financial support within the service group including final accounts preparation, the production of annual estimates and provision of monthly budgetary control information.
KEY RESULT AREAS
1. Responsible for specific areas or tasks in relation to the service group’s final accounts;
2. Responsible for specific areas or tasks in relation to the preparation of the service group’s budgets;
3. To assist with the maintenance and development of the Authority’s financial systems as they impact on the service group and enhance training and financial awareness;
4. To assist in financial monitoring of the service group’s units through the completion of all routine, regular tasks and provision of information;
5. To provide relevant data and assist in the completion of grant claims, statistical and statutory returns;
6. To assist in monitoring expenditure incurred as part of the capital or minor works programme;
7. Any other reasonable duties as requested by the Finance Business Partner.
This job description sets out the main result areas of the post at the date when it was drawn up. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot in themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
• Minimum 5 GCSEs A–C (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics
• Studying for, or attainment of foundation level AAT or introductory level CAT or NVQ/SVQ level 2 Accounting
• Understanding of principles of accounting within the Public Sector
• Practical experience of final accounts preparation and/or budgetary control work
• Experience of communicating financial information to non-finance managers
• Be able to communicate financial information effectively with colleagues
• Be able to set priorities and complete tasks with a minimum of supervision
• Demonstrate an aptitude for IT skills with advanced spreadsheet and/or database knowledge
PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk
The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer