Financial Accountant

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service; Llantrisant; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in the UK is seeking a Financial Accountant to develop financial strategies and maintain financial control. The ideal candidate will be a qualified CCAB member with experience in budget management. Key responsibilities include monitoring a £19 million capital budget and supporting financial reporting processes. This is a permanent role at Fire Service Headquarters in Llantrisant, offering a salary of £45,091 - £46,142 per annum, potentially with a supplement based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified CCAB member.
• Experience in budget management and financial control is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report the annual capital budget and contribute to the preparation of the annual statement of accounts.
• Provide information and advice to support decision making.
• Support the continuous development of accountancy processes.

Skills

Budget management

Financial control

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Collaborative work

Education

Qualified CCAB member (CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Finance, Procurement & Property department based at Fire Service Headquarters. We are looking for a Financial Accountant to join our vibrant team and play a key role in developing our financial strategy and maintaining financial control. The successful candidate will be a qualified CCAB member (e.g., CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) and will be responsible for monitoring and reporting the annual capital budget and contributing to the preparation of the annual statement of accounts.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report the annual capital budget (£19 million for 2024/25) and contribute to the preparation of the annual statement of accounts.
• Provide information and advice to support decision making through strong budget management and financial control.
• Support the continuous development and improvement of accountancy processes and systems to adapt to a changing public sector environment.
• Apply strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and work collaboratively with the finance team, stakeholders and senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Qualified CCAB member (e.g., CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Experience in budget management and financial control.

Additional Details

• Contract: Permanent
• Grade: 14
• Salary: £45,091 - £46,142 per annum
• Potential Market Supplement: Up to £5,307 per annum (subject to experience and qualifications)
• Hours of Work: 37
• Job Ref: NU124
• Location: Fire Service HQ
• This role may require travel between sites throughout the South Wales area; the successful candidate must be able to travel independently and a driving license check will be required.