3 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: The Assistant Accountant supports financial management activities by assisting in budget monitoring, financial reporting, and analysis. Working within a team, the role provides guidance to non-finance officers and contributes to the preparation of accurate financial information to support decision-making and strategic financial planning.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): Assist non-finance teams in budget monitoring and financial management. Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and budgets ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and provide insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain effective financial controls and processes. Support year-end accounts preparation in line with accounting standards. Aid Senior Finance Business Partner with financial advice and guidance. Contribute to improving financial reporting and system enhancements. Stay updated on changes in financial regulations and assist with implementation. Provide recommendations to improve financial performance and efficiency. Undertake additional duties as required by senior management.
Skills/Experience: Recognised technical accountancy qualification or part-qualification (e.g. AAT) or equivalent vocational experience. Good understanding of financial management principles and technical accounting. Experience in financial monitoring and year-end/closedown processes. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in financial management systems and intermediate Microsoft Excel skills. Good communication and interpersonal abilities. Knowledge of financial regulations and accounting standards relevant to local government is desirable. Experience working effectively within a team environment. Familiarity with local government finance and budget processes and liaising with external auditors is advantageous.
Additional Information: The role may require travel between different local sites.
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