Cumberland Council
Accounting Technician - CMB2502e
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Accounting Technician - CMB2502e
Salary: £34,434 - £35,412 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Hybrid (Carlisle base, occasional office attendance)
Contract: Permanent
About This Opportunity
We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Accounting Technician to join our Finance Unit and support the effective financial management of the Council.
This role contributes to budget setting, ongoing budget monitoring, and year‑end processes, providing accurate financial information to support informed decision‑making across services. You will work closely with budget holders, promote effective use of financial systems, and provide flexible support across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities Include
Supporting budget setting, monitoring, and closure of accounts. Maintaining the general ledger, including processing journals and virements in line with Financial Regulations. Producing financial reports and analysis for finance managers, budget managers, and Members. Supporting and improving the use of financial systems, including delivering training to users. Providing flexible financial support to services across the Council as required.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to play a key role in a collaborative public sector finance team.
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We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.
We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.
Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Senga Morris by email at Senga.Morris@cumbria.gov.uk
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicantsas long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010 Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).
If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.
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Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailingResourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Application and Interview information
Easily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions
Closing date: 25th May 2026 Interview date:TBC
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Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.
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