Job Description
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a local authority within Bradford, for a Senior Finance Officer to join their team.
Key Duties:
1. To develop good working relationships with colleagues to support the delivery of financial services.
2. To maintain specialised knowledge of various financial disciplines to support the work of the Department.
3. Maintain the Council's general ledger and other supporting financial records including computerised databases.
4. Ensuring that all budgeting and accounting procedures are complied with including the operation of financial controls.
5. Prepare analyse and interpret financial and other information to influence and enable managers to make the correct operational decisions.
6. Support the close down processes of the authority and prepare service accounts.
7. Support officers in service departments in the efficient use of resources by providing reliable and timely financial information and support
8. Listen to service customers and promote the department through the provision of quality services to meet customer needs.
Requirements:
9. AAT or equivalent professional qualification.
10. Three years practical experience of financial services.
11. Preparation of reports and maintenance of financial systems and procedures.
12. Experience of working in a financial environment local government.