Please do not apply via the 'apply now' feature on Indeed. The only way to apply for this vacancy is to visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers and complete our online application form. Please note we do not accept CVs.
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract.
Job Function: Finance.
Location: Fire Service Headquarters, Birkenshaw, BD11 2DY / working remotely.
Closing Date: 25th September 2025.
Salary: £34,434 - £41,771 (with pay progression dependent on performance and progress in the CIPFA examinations)
What you will need as prerequisites for applying for this role
Finance, Accounting or Business Related Degree (minimum 2:1)
Please note your degree must include one of the three prerequisites’ subjects as a main element. A pure economics or maths based degree is not sufficient.
and
5 GCSE grades 4-9 or A-C and 2 A Level grades A-C (subjects must include Maths and English at either level)
About us
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the country’s leading Fire and Rescue Services, to become part of a team where everyone plays their part in making West Yorkshire Safer.
Joining a first-rate organisation, you will have the job satisfaction of knowing each day that you are contributing to the success of one of just five metropolitan fire and rescue services in the UK, supporting circa. 900 firefighters who work round the clock to help people and save lives.
We are continuously changing the way our Finance Department works so that we can achieve the very best for our colleagues, customers and communities and we are looking for a Financial Systems Accountant Apprentice to help us achieve our ambitions. This is a new role within the department and it’s an exciting opportunity to shape our future and your own career. You will join a supportive team that has a collaborative ethos and clear direction.
Your role
You will have the opportunity to support all areas of the finance function and wider business giving you a broad experience of the Authority and Local Authority Accounting whilst also having defined responsibilities and projects to complete. We will support you to study for the CIPFA professional qualification, with the payment of course fees, day release to attend college and leave to study for exams. More information on the qualification is available at the CIPFA web site. We plan to access the CIPFA Level 7 Professional Accountancy qualification through the Apprenticeship route. You will be instrumental in the development of our MS Teams Platform and processes.
What we offer
We offer an excellent package, including Local Government Pension Scheme, free parking, 37 hour flexible working week, an employee assistance programme, training and development, sports and social clubs with free use of the gym.
Our flexible working arrangements include hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices during your initial training, after this you'll work both in the office and from home as part of our 'hybrid' working model. Therefore, applicants must have a reliable home internet connection.
The post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service.
We are a caring organisation, promote an environment of inclusivity and learning and welcome people from all walks of life - just as long as you can show commitment to our values such as integrity and teamwork.
For further details and to apply online, please visit www.wyfs.co.uk/careers. The closing date for all applications is Thursday 25 September (midnight).
For in informal discussion about this role, please contact Pam Jackson, Financial Accountant at pam.jackson@westyorksfire.gov.uk.
We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity & neurodiversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, racially & ethnically diverse applicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia. WYFRS is a ‘Real Living Wage’ employer.
West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to the safeguarding of our staff, volunteers, visitors and the community we serve. This includes protecting vulnerable adults, children and young people from potential neglect and harm. All employees must share the same commitment.
If you can meet this challenge, we want to hear from you!
Please do not apply via the 'apply now' feature on Indeed. The only way to apply for this vacancy is to visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers and complete our online application form. Please note we do not accept CVs.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship
Contract length: 42 months
Pay: £34,484.00-£41,771.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bradford BD11 2DY
