Finance Assistant

We are looking for somebody to join our Finance team as a full time Finance Assistant. In this role you will be part of a small team providing a professional Accounts and Purchasing service to Cheshire Fire and Rescue.

The main responsibilities of this role include:

• Liaise with suppliers to deal with queries, obtaining quotes and raising and reviewing requisitions where necessary

• Raising all debtor invoices and processing and paying all creditor invoices

• Act as the first point of contact for the Finance Department

• Other financial and administrative tasks to contribute to the provision of financial services for the Authority, as detailed in the Job Description.

Essential requirements of the role include:

• GCSE Mathematics at grade C or above

• A minimum of A Level education or equivalent Finance experience

• Experience of working in financial environment

• Experience of working to deadlines

• Experience of creditors and debtors

• Use of Spreadsheets

• High level of ICT Literacy

• Excellent interpersonal & relationship management skills

• Good communication skills, written & verbal

To apply please complete the job application form and provide evidence of competency against the requirements of the attached job description.

CFRS offers an excellent benefits package to all our staff including a Local Government Pension Scheme, attractive holiday entitlement, training and development opportunities and access to free parking and on-site gym.

Further information, a full job description and application form can be found below, or alternatively contact the HR Recruitment Team at recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Job description

Application guidance

Application form

Please ensure you read the Application guidance notes before completing your application.

Please return completed application forms via email to recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Please quote job reference 50/25/FA on your application form.

Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 11 January 2026 at 5pm

Workplace Adjustments and Accommodations

It is important that you consider at an early stage of the process if you would like to request arrangements that will assist you in completing the selection process. For example, in relation to disability; a neurodiverse condition such as dyslexia; pregnancy; religion or belief; or injury etc. Any requests for workplace adjustments will be treated with the utmost confidence. For support or further information please email: recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Applications for part-time and job share working will be considered for this post.

Appointment to this post is subject to a satisfactory Standard Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is committed to keeping vulnerable adults, children and young people safe from harm in all of the work that CFRS undertakes. CFRS recognises that it has a legal and moral obligation to safeguard these groups of people. Furthermore, it acknowledges that the protection of vulnerable adults, children and young people from harm is the responsibility of everybody within the organisation.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups such as women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and those with non-traditional career paths. If you’re passionate about the role we would encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what we’re looking for.