Public Sector Finance Assistant - Budgeting & Accounts

i-jobs; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 19,782; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Accountancy Assistant for a position in Newport. The role involves providing financial support, assisting with final accounts, and monitoring budgets. Candidates must possess 5 GCSEs including English and Mathematics, and have an understanding of public sector accounting principles. Strong communication skills and proficiency in IT are essential. This is a full-time role paid at £14.36 per hour, with a duration of 13+ months.

Qualifications

• Studying for or completed foundation level AAT or introductory CAT.
• Understanding of public sector accounting principles.
• Practical experience with final accounts or budgetary control.
• Ability to communicate financial information to non-finance managers.
• Proficiency in IT skills, including advanced spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial support within the service group.
• Assist in final accounts preparation and production of annual estimates.
• Monitor budgets and provide monthly budgetary control information.
• Support grant claims, statistical, and statutory returns.
• Complete routine financial tasks.

Skills

Effective communication of financial information

Strong organisational and prioritisation skills

Ability to work independently and take initiative

Accurate and detail-oriented

Education

5 GCSEs A-C including English and Mathematics

Foundation level AAT

NVQ/SVQ Level 2 Accounting

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Accountancy Assistant for a position in Newport. The role involves providing financial support, assisting with final accounts, and monitoring budgets. Candidates must possess 5 GCSEs including English and Mathematics, and have an understanding of public sector accounting principles. Strong communication skills and proficiency in IT are essential. This is a full-time role paid at £14.36 per hour, with a duration of 13+ months.