Are you looking for an exciting new role in a financially stable local authority? We are looking for a CCAB / CIMA accountant, or AAT qualified accountant with a clear understanding of local authority procurement requirements, treasury management practices and VAT. Key responsibilities will include: leading the procurement function to ensure that relevant legislation is complied with for all procurement activities across the Council managing the Council’s treasury management function to ensure that the annual Treasury Management Strategy is updated and approved, that sufficient funds are maintained to meet cashflow requirements and that surplus cash is invested in line with the Treasury Management Strategy to ensure the best return for the Council, in line with CIPFA guidance. being the Council’s expert on VAT providing advice and guidance to Services and ensuring all proposed transactions are completed in a cost effective manner and in line with regulations. Consideration will be given to candidates meeting some of the above criteria. Full training will be provided to develop the comprehensive skill requirements of this role. You will have experience of leading a team. You will have the drive and initiative to continually develop and improve the service we provide to our customers. You will be an excellent communicator with the ability to interpret and explain financial matters to non-finance specialists, and the confidence to liaise with all levels of staff including senior management. The Council is a great place to work, and we offer a range of benefits and working arrangements to support employees. These include opportunities to learn and develop and to work in an agile way, splitting your time between our Andover office each week with working from home or another suitable location. We offer a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, free on-site parking, discounted leisure facilities and membership of the local government pension scheme. For further information on what we can offer you, please visit the link below. https://www.testvalley.gov.uk/aboutyourcouncil/a-great-place-to-work/employee- benefits For an informal discussion please contact Jenni Carter, Accountancy Manager, on 01264 368236. Closing date: Monday 6th May Interviews: Monday 13th May