Systems Accountant – Colchester City Council
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About The Role
Systems Accountant - Colchester City Council
Colchester City Council
Permanent, Full Time
Salary: From £42,208 to £46,208 (Market Supplement up to £5,000)
Location: Colchester
Closing Date: 28th May 2025
Essex County Council is advertising this role on behalf of Colchester City Council. To see the full job advert and apply, please click HERE.
Colchester City Council is committed to high-quality, accessible services for residents, visitors, and businesses. We are a local government providing diverse public and commercial services across Colchester, Essex’s second-largest district.
Role Overview
We seek a talented and proactive Systems Accountant to join our Finance team. This key role supports the Finance leadership in delivering statutory financial responsibilities and maintaining the integrity and resilience of our financial systems. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact by supporting and enhancing financial systems at the heart of the Council’s operations.
Responsibilities
* Improve financial transaction processing, management, and reporting
* Maintain, develop, and enhance financial systems to meet modern needs
Qualifications and Skills
* Full membership of AAT or equivalent experience
* Membership of a CCAB body (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA) or relevant degree
* Experience in maintaining financial systems, business process management, SQL, VBA, XML
* Experience with budget preparation, account closure, financial controls
* Familiarity with eFinancials or similar ERP systems
* Proficiency with Business Objects, Power BI, or other BI tools
What We Offer
* Attractive pension scheme
* Generous annual leave, including extra holidays during Christmas
* Flexible working, discounts, and training opportunities
If you enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. For an informal discussion, contact Paul Atkinson, Interim Head of Finance, at paul.atkinson@colchester.gov.uk.
To apply, submit your application via the Colchester City Council website. Please note applications via the Working for Essex ‘apply’ button should be re-applied through the Council’s site.
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