We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Management Accountant, to join us as a key member of the Council’s Finance team on a full time, permanent basis.
As a Management Accountant, you will provide support on all financial matters, including timely and high-quality financial advice to a range of budget managers, whilst reporting into the Senior Management Accountant.
To be successful in this role you will have proven experience of finance in a complex organisation and share a commitment to continuous improvement.
Hybrid working - The finance team currently operate a hybrid working arrangement, with time split between home and Council’s offices.
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes
⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
Key Duties, Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
• Budget setting, budget monitoring, year-end closedown and statutory returns
• Provide support and advice to a range of stakeholders, promoting strong financial governance
• Financial support on change projects and grants
• Preparation and presentation of reports
• Provide advice and support on legislative and guidance changes
• Assisting with delivery of training, such as to budget managers / other council colleagues
Skills, Attributes & Experience required:
• Aptitude for numbers & finance
• Prior experience of working in a finance role is desirable
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Teams, Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to operate in large, complex and political organisations
Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: Shaheen Patel at Shaheen.Patel@wokingham.gov.uk or Mari Agarwal at Mari.Agarwal@wokinghma.gov.uk