About the Role

The Combined Authority (CA) is entering an exciting period of change and growth, and we are looking for an ambitious, highly committed Trainee Accountant with the skills and drive to deliver a high-quality service that enables and informs organisational decision-making. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the development and opportunities that exist both now and in the future.

You will be responsible for supporting various areas of the Finance Team with a focus in the Systems, AI & Transformation team. The role will be varied and will offer excellent ‘on the job training’, we will also support your professional training to achieve a recognised accountancy qualification. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the important work we do while also developing your talents for the next stage in your career.

About the person

The successful candidate will have taken the first steps in the finance career and will have already registered with a CCAB body to begin their professional training. Strong numeracy and IT skills will be required as will strong interpersonal skills and the ability to take the initiative to support the delivery teams across the authority.

We are looking for an ambitious, highly committed, skilled and proactive individual with a focus on delivering an exceptional, high quality service which enables and informs organisational decision making.

If you think your skills and experience match the job description and you share our values, then click on the link to apply.

Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your application of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your application will be used for shortlisting.

1) A part qualified or student CCAB or CIMA accountant with experience of working within a finance or business support role in a busy office environment

2) Ability to self-motivate, organise and prioritise own workloads to meet deadlines with a desire to learn and progress by undertaking necessary training.

3) Good ICT skills (particularly Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams) demonstrating the ability to assist in the delivery of finance system and process improvements, including the use of AI and advances in technology

Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

Should you wish to discuss the role in more detail, please contact the recruiting manager, Veronica Wilson, by email at: veronica.wilson@liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk

About the organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• Flexible and hybrid working
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme
• Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your application how you meet the key essential criteria listed above.

Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We actively promote diversity and inclusion. Please note that this role is unlikely to meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa