Accountancy Team Manager - Hybrid

Your new company

Local Government Organisation based in Harborough, Leicestershire

Your new role
Accountancy Team Manager
Hybrid Working
£40,000 to £44,000 + Benefits

What you'll need to succeed

Our client, a reputable local authority, is seeking to recruit an experienced Accountancy Team Leader/Manager. This role is critical in supporting Directors, Heads of Service, and budget managers in delivering their budget management responsibilities. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing robust financial oversight, technical advice, and comprehensive training across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:

• Budget Management: Assist and guide Directors, Heads of Service, and budget managers in effectively managing their budgets by providing regular, timely financial information and detailed analysis.
• Technical Advice: Offer expert technical advice to the finance team and other departments, ensuring a thorough understanding of Revenue & capital budgets.
• Training: Conduct formal financial training sessions for budget managers to enhance their knowledge and skills in budget management.
• Monitoring & Compliance: Oversee the monitoring of Member decisions, expenditure and income variances, budget requirements, and advise on the implementation of new legislation.
• Financial Statements: Manage the team to produce and publish financial statements, and liaise with internal and external auditors regarding financial statements, statistical returns, and grant claims.
• Month-End & Year-End Reporting: Assist the Head of Financial Services in all aspects of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting.
• Capital Expenditure Monitoring: Collaborate with Finance Business Partners to produce monitoring reports for capital expenditure against the budget and identify major variances for reporting to members.
• Treasury Management: Oversee the day-to-day management of the Treasury Management function and ensure the accuracy of budgetary processes.
• VAT Return: Complete the VAT return and act as a deputy for the Finance Services Manager when required.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in financial management and accounting in a similar role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage and lead a team effectively.
• In-depth knowledge of budget management, financial reporting, and relevant legislation.

Why Join Our Client:

• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate and supportive team.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to the financial health and stability of the community

If you are a dedicated and experienced accounting professional looking to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you!
What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available
27 days holiday increasing
Paid bank holidays and an extra holiday day
Generous Pension
Additional benefits include health and wellbeing.
Training and career benefits

What you need to do now
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