Public Sector Accountant: Finance & Community Impact

Oldham; Oldham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount scheme

LGPS pension

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Oldham Council is seeking an Accountant to support financial decision-making across the organisation. You’ll work with budget holders and service managers to provide high-quality financial management information and guidance, ensuring public funds are used effectively.

The role focuses on supporting budgets, forecasting, year-end processes and compliance with financial regulations. It offers a collaborative finance team environment and opportunities for professional development in a council

Qualifications

• AAT qualification (or equivalent) or significant accounting experience.
• Experience of working within a finance environment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to interpret financial information and present it clearly to different audiences.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Experience within local government or the public sector would be advantageous, but we also welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills and a desire to develop their career in finance

Responsibilities

• Supporting budget preparation, monitoring and forecasting activities.
• Producing accurate and timely financial management information and performance reports.
• Providing financial advice and guidance to service managers and stakeholders.
• Supporting the completion of grant claims, statutory returns and year-end accounts.
• Monitoring compliance with financial regulations, policies and procedures.
• Assisting with financial modelling, analysis and business planning activities.
• Contributing to service improvement initiatives and promoting best practice in financial management

Skills

AAT qualification

Finance experience

Communication skills

Interpret financial info

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Local government experience

Job description

Oldham Council is seeking an Accountant to support financial decision-making across the organisation. You’ll work with budget holders and service managers to provide high-quality financial management information and guidance, ensuring public funds are used effectively.

The role focuses on supporting budgets, forecasting, year-end processes and compliance with financial regulations. It offers a collaborative finance team environment and opportunities for professional development in a council