Senior Finance Officer

TN United Kingdom; Bradford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Finance Officer to enhance their financial services team in Bradford. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing strong relationships with colleagues and maintaining specialized knowledge across various financial disciplines. Your expertise will support the efficient operation of budgeting and accounting procedures, ensuring compliance with financial controls. You will play a crucial role in preparing and analyzing financial data, enabling managers to make informed operational decisions. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a local authority and make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Three years of practical experience in financial services.
• Preparation of reports and maintenance of financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop working relationships to support financial service delivery.
• Maintain the Council's general ledger and financial records.
• Prepare and analyze financial information for operational decisions.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Accounting Procedures

Report Preparation

Education

AAT or equivalent

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Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a local authority within Bradford, for a Senior Finance Officer to join their team.

Key Duties:

• To develop good working relationships with colleagues to support the delivery of financial services.
• To maintain specialised knowledge of various financial disciplines to support the work of the Department.
• Maintain the Council's general ledger and other supporting financial records including computerised databases.
• Ensuring that all budgeting and accounting procedures are complied with including the operation of financial controls.
• Prepare analyse and interpret financial and other information to influence and enable managers to make the correct operational decisions.
• Support the close down processes of the authority and prepare service accounts.
• Support officers in service departments in the efficient use of resources by providing reliable and timely financial information and support
• Listen to service customers and promote the department through the provision of quality services to meet customer needs.

Requirements:

• AAT or equivalent professional qualification.
• Three years practical experience of financial services.
• Preparation of reports and maintenance of financial systems and procedures.
• Experience of working in a financial environment local government.