Public Sector Finance Accountant — 6‑Month Secondment

Recruitment Opportunities; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Luton Council is seeking an experienced accountant to join the Finance Housing & Trading team. You will deliver financial support, advice and management information across council services and work with budget managers to support budgeting and monitoring.

The role requires strong accounting and financial management experience, plus proficiency with financial systems and advanced spreadsheets. An AAT qualification or equivalent is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting and financial management within local government or public sector is preferred.
• Ability to provide professional financial advice and influence senior decision-making.
• Proficiency with financial management systems and advanced spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality financial support, advice and management information across council services.
• Work with budget managers and senior officers to support budget setting and monitoring.
• Contribute to strategic financial planning and improvement projects.

Skills

Accountancy experience

Financial analysis

Advanced spreadsheet skills

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Financial management systems

Job description

Luton Council is seeking an experienced accountant to join the Finance Housing & Trading team. You will deliver financial support, advice and management information across council services and work with budget managers to support budgeting and monitoring.

The role requires strong accounting and financial management experience, plus proficiency with financial systems and advanced spreadsheets. An AAT qualification or equivalent is expected.