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Salford City Council is seeking a Trainee Graduate Accountant to support its Finance Department, focusing on budgeting, financial planning, and compliance with statutory regulations. This role offers a structured career pathway and opportunities for professional development as the candidate works towards becoming a CIPFA qualified accountant.
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Job Summary
This role is the first stage of a career pathway leading to becoming a fully qualified CIPFA accountant through day release study.
You will support the Place finance team in ensuring financial practices comply with statutory regulations and standards.
The position offers an opportunity to contribute to the implementation of a new finance and procurement system.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Salford City Council is seeking a Trainee Graduate Accountant to support its Finance Department, focusing on budgeting, financial planning, and compliance with statutory regulations. This role offers a structured career pathway and opportunities for professional development as the candidate works towards becoming a CIPFA qualified accountant.
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Salary
Not specified; Not specified; Benefits available
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Strong communication skills written and verbal
Experience preparing budgets and forecasts
Proactive dynamic motivated individual
Ability to engage diverse stakeholders
Nice-to-have
Experience in business partnering across teams
Interest in shaping new finance system implementation
Commitment to continuous improvement
Key Requirements
Pursuing CIPFA Professional Accountant apprenticeship
High performing track record of achieving solutions
Enthusiastic individual with drive to meet strict deadlines