Who You Are You are a committed and skilled finance professional who is either part CCAB qualified, fully qualified AAT, or have equivalent experience in Local Government Finance. You should have a strong understanding of Local Government finance, planning, and organizing, as well as a dedication to personal and professional development. Experience in providing customer-focused finance services and supervising staff is essential, alongside skills in using financial systems and applications. What the Job Involves The Lead Accountant plays a pivotal role in contributing to the Council’s objectives by developing systems, advising senior colleagues, and supporting departmental clients. You will provide training, advice, and financial information to assist in decision-making, manage business risks, and ensure effective resource use. The role requires producing and presenting financial reports, promoting efficient resource utilization, supporting service planning, and maintaining financial stewardship. As a change driver, you'll support strategic planning, manage statutory finance services, and improve service quality, while training and supervising staff. Skills Organizing and planning skills Interpersonal and communication skills Ability to analyze, interpret, and present data High level of numeracy Advisory skills for stakeholder support Leadership and continuous improvement skills ICT and keyboarding skills