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We believe that finance should be at the heart of any organisation and our scheme looks to develop the finance leaders of the future, capable of playing a pivotal role in the direction and progress of the organisation.
Our Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) finance graduate scheme is open for applications
The role
The scheme is designed to equip you with all the skills and understanding you need to have a successful finance career within public services.
You’ll receive expert guidance and mentoring throughout the programme.
Excellent benefits package that improves as your training progresses.
The programme offers the opportunity for an extremely rewarding career in public finance, allowing you to influence local authority decisions from an early stage and make a real difference for the benefit of our communities.
We are partnered with the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA), who deliver a world-class professional accountancy qualification which you will study for alongside your everyday duties at Newham. All training costs are covered by the council.
About you
We are looking for driven and self-motivated candidates who have strong numeric, written, and analytical skills, and the ability to work and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Ability to study effectively and to pass exams is essential.
You will also have knowledge of the public sector (local government in particular) and an awareness of key issues relating to the work of the public sector.
Requirements
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in Mathematics and English (Grade C or above)
- Have, or expect to achieve, a minimum 2:1 degree (in any discipline)
Benefits
Our competitive pay scale (rising upon completion of each study stage) reflects the responsibility that you will take on from day one. Also included is our generous holiday package, flexible working arrangement and access to the huge benefits of a local government pension scheme.
