Accountant

Who You Are

You are an experienced and qualified accountant with a strong track record in financial management within a local government setting. You are adept at supporting in-year budget management, budget setting, and year-end management accounts. Your professionalism is characterized by your ability to build solid relationships with various customers, both internal and external. You display strong analytical capabilities and a proactive approach to financial challenges, and possess a strong desire for ongoing professional development.

What the Job Involves

You will be part of the Finance Team within the Resources Directorate, engaging in a hybrid working model that includes office and remote work. Your role involves providing comprehensive financial information, advice, and support to diverse customers such as budget managers, senior management, and external clients. You will work collaboratively to maintain financial standards and integrity within your assigned areas. Your duties include supporting budget managers with budget setting, monitoring, and financial accounts completion, delivering financial training to customers, and contributing to strategic projects. You will also promote the Finance Team's commercial agenda by supporting financially related processes and contributing towards the council’s commercial ventures.

Skills

• Financial management and analysis
• Budget setting and monitoring
• Financial reporting and compliance
• Relationship-building with stakeholders
• Project and team leadership
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools
• Strategic planning and financial modeling