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We are seeking a Finance Officer to join our insurance team. 

The successful applicant will be responsible for supporting the Insurance Manager and Principal Finance Officer - Insurance in contributing to the management of the service through the professional management of the Council’s insurance contracts, uninsured reserves and the effective management, administration and control of claims lodged against the Council. The role will be specifically focussed on the financial aspects of the service including processing invoices, raising journals, reporting on financial performance as well as supporting the management of insurance claims processing.

With an annual budget for the insurance team of c £2m and approximately 800 insurance claims each year, this role will ideally suit a customer focused and self-disciplined individual looking to broaden their knowledge and expertise into the insurance sector.

Who we are looking for… 

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience of raising/processing invoices and journals
• Experience of using Microsoft Office packages and web-based applications
• Capacity to broaden their insurance knowledge and expertise

The individual will have:

• Good communications and written skills
• Practical knowledge and application of providing financial services including budget monitoring and year end accounting practices
• Ability to work as part of a team and also work on their own on assigned tasks

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site.  Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.