Assistant Accountant

i-Jobs; Sandford Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Planning Officer in the United Kingdom. The role involves supporting cultural changes to enhance service standards while motivating and inspiring staff. Applicants must have an AAT qualification and a basic understanding of local government finance. This is a contract position for 5+ months, offering a pay rate of £54.05 per hour. Strong commitment to diversity and effective decision-making in complex situations is essential.

Qualifications

• AAT qualification or equivalent with current membership and CPD participation.
• Basic understanding of local government finance, accounting, and budgetary control.
• Commitment to open communication, equal opportunities, and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Support cultural changes to improve service standards in Stoke-on-Trent.
• Motivate and inspire staff to deliver change and enhance service delivery.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively in a disciplined environment.
• Implement creative solutions and make effective decisions in complex situations.
• Utilize financial information systems efficiently.

Skills

AAT qualification or equivalent

Basic understanding of local government finance

Commitment to open communication

Job description

Planning Officer

Location: Cromer Road Cromer Road, ST1 6AY
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: 5+ Months
Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £54.05 Per Hour
Job Ref: (phone number removed)

Job Responsibilities

• Support cultural changes to improve service standards in Stoke-on-Trent.
• Motivate and inspire staff to deliver change and enhance service delivery.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively in a disciplined environment.
• Implement creative solutions and make effective decisions in complex situations.
• Utilize financial information systems efficiently.

Person Specifications

Must Have

• AAT qualification or equivalent with current membership and CPD participation.
• Basic understanding of local government finance, accounting, and budgetary control.
• Commitment to open communication, equal opportunities, and diversity.
• Verification of eligibility to work in the UK.

Nice to Have

• Appreciation of a political environment.

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