Assistant Accountant Lv06-Lv09 (Financial)

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Resumo da oferta

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is seeking an Assistant Accountant (Lv06-Lv09) to support financial services in Stoke-on-Trent. 37 hours per week, 8:30am–5:00pm, fixed-term to 31 March 2027, with a pay rate up to £14.82 per hour. The role requires AAT or equivalent with CPD and knowledge of government finance.

The successful candidate will assist with budgeting, reporting and process improvements while working with a supportive team to achieve objectives.

Qualificações

• AAT qualification or equivalent with CPD ongoing.
• Basic understanding of local government finance and budgetary control.
• Experience using financial information systems.
• Able to support budget management and resource use.

Responsabilidades

• Support delivery of financial and accounting services in Stoke-on-Trent.
• Assist with budget management and budgetary control.
• Use financial systems to support reporting and decision-making.
• Contribute to service improvement and raise standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet team objectives.

Conhecimentos

AAT qualification

Budget management

Financial information systems

Teamwork

Communication

Formação académica

AAT qualification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position: Assistant Accountant (Lv06-Lv09) - Financial

Location: Civic Centre, Glebe Street, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 1RN

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: Until 31 March 2027

Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Pay Rate: Up to £14.82 per hour

Job Reference: 5308163

Job Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of financial and accounting services within Stoke-on-Trent City Council.
• Assist with budget management, budgetary control and the effective use of financial resources.
• Use financial information systems to support accurate financial reporting and decision-making.
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and help raise service standards.
• Support colleagues in adopting new ways of working and achieving organisational objectives.
• Make effective decisions in a complex and challenging environment.
• Promote open communication, equal opportunities, diversity and inclusive working practices.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to improve service delivery and achieve team objectives.

Person Specification

Must-Have Requirements

• AAT qualification or equivalent, with current full membership and ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Basic understanding of local government finance, accounting and budgetary control.
• Demonstrable experience of using financial information systems.
• Ability to support effective budget management and the efficient use of financial resources.
• Strong teamwork, communication and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a complex and challenging environment.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, equality, diversity and open communication.
• Understanding of the political environment in which local government operates.

Nice-to-Have Requirements

• Experience of supporting organisational change and improving service delivery.
• Ability to motivate and encourage colleagues to achieve service improvement objectives.
• A creative and flexible approach to problem-solving.
• Experience of contributing to improved working practices and service standards.

Additional Instructions

• A CV is required for submission.
• Candidates must attend an interview as part of the selection process.
• Written references covering the last two years are required, with all employment gaps verified.
• Eligibility to work in the UK must be confirmed, and the verification method documented.
• The candidate's National Insurance number must be checked.
• The Stoke Agency Worker Declaration Form must be completed.
• The Key Information Document (KID), worker terms and conditions, and pay confirmation must be issued or completed as applicable.
• Any licences, qualifications or professional registrations legally required for the role must be verified.
• All required standard compliance checks must be completed in line with the client's requirements.