Assistant Accountant, West Lothian Civic Centre, 493.95
We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities, or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Finance and Property Services plays a key role within the council, including the delivery of frontline services to the public in West Lothian. The council's Financial Management Unit (FMU) is recognized as a high-performing unit responsible for ensuring the effective use of resources to support service delivery.
An opportunity has arisen within FMU for an assistant accountant to support financial planning, budget monitoring, and financial reporting, working closely with senior managers across the council. This role involves managing a portfolio of services with a level of supervision, requiring initiative and independence.
The ideal candidate will have professional accounting expertise, effective communication skills, and knowledge of corporate and service issues, considering environmental and political factors. You should be proactive and adaptable to a dynamic working environment.
The council offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement for this position, supporting work-life balance.
Requirements include an HNC in Accounting or related subject, membership of AAT or being part-qualified in accountancy (CCAB or CIMA). Knowledge of local government finance is essential. While this is not a trainee role, support for further professional training will be considered for the successful candidate.
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