[ref. b20564420] Finance Accountant

• Annual Salary: £48,069
• Location: West Yorkshire
• Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a Financial Accountant to join our Finance Department. This role is crucial for leading and giving direction to develop and extend the range of financial reporting and management tools. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with all relevant financial standards and practices and take a proactive role in the management of the finance function.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead the development and extension of financial reporting and management tools to inform the business in the delivery of corporate objectives.
• Participate in and lead aspects of the production and delivery of statutory accounts, annual revenue, and capital budgets, including in-year monitoring, forecasting, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial standards and practices.
• Design, implement, and maintain systems required for delivering the objectives of the finance function.
• Be a visible and enthusiastic manager, encouraging partnership working across the organisation.
• Take a positive approach to self-development and support the training and development initiatives for colleagues in finance and across the wider business.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Holds a degree or has equivalent relevant experience in accounting.
• CIMA / CCAB qualified or passed finalist.
• Strong understanding and experience of financial controls within a Local Authority environment.
• Practical knowledge of financial reporting standards and CIPFA/IFRS Code.
• Demonstrable experience of managing and championing change successfully.
• Strong communication skills with the proven ability to influence, negotiate, and challenge.
• Advanced user of Excel, with strong skills in other Microsoft Office packages.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.