Snr Accountant (Treasury & Transactions)

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Job summary

A public sector organization is seeking a Senior Accountant based in Runnymede. This role involves managing treasury operations, overseeing Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll functions, and providing financial reporting and advice to senior management. Applicants should have substantial experience in treasury management, strong financial reporting skills, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers a competitive pay rate and is vital for maintaining financial integrity within the council.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in treasury management within a public sector environment.
• Proven ability to manage and develop teams.
• Experience managing Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily, monthly and quarterly treasury operations.
• Lead the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll functions.
• Manage and maintain insurance cover for the Council.

Skills

Strong experience in treasury management

Financial reporting skills

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Professional accountancy qualification (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Snr Accountant

Location: Runnymede Civic Centre, Station Road, Addlestone, KT152AH

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: 9+ Months

Working Hours: Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:00

Pay Rate: £25.93 Per Hour

Job Ref: OR22885

Job Responsibilities

Treasury Management

• Deliver daily, monthly and quarterly treasury operations in line with Council policy.
• Implement the Council's Treasury Management Strategy and provide advice to senior management.
• Maintain cash flow and manage investments in line with approved strategies.
• Prepare and update short-term and medium-term cash flow forecasts.
• Maintain effective banking arrangements and relationships.
• Monitor credit risk and apply approved credit limits.
• Act as System Administrator for the Treasury Management System, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
• Produce treasury reports for management and committees in line with CIPFA requirements.
• Complete monthly cash control reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.

Exchequer Services

• Lead the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll functions.
• Ensure all income and payments are processed accurately and allocated correctly in the ledger.
• Oversee reconciliation and control of creditor and debtor balances.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, statutory requirements and internal controls.

Insurance Management

• Arrange and maintain appropriate insurance cover for the Council.
• Manage relationships with insurers and brokers.
• Oversee claims handling processes.
• Allocate insurance costs accurately to relevant service areas.

Financial Reporting and Advice

• Contribute to the preparation of the Statement of Accounts, ensuring compliance with legislation and professional standards.
• Provide clear financial advice and costings to senior management and committees.
• Support the Corporate Head of Finance at meetings and projects.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing accurate information and documentation.

Team Leadership

• Manage and develop the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll teams.
• Conduct appraisals, set objectives and support staff development.
• Maintain up-to-date procedure notes and promote continuous improvement.
• Support workforce planning and recruitment where required.

Person Specification

Must-Have Requirements

• Strong experience in treasury management within a public sector or similar environment.
• Knowledge of CIPFA Treasury Management Code and relevant financial regulations.
• Experience managing Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll services.
• Proven ability to manage and develop teams.
• Strong financial reporting and reconciliation skills.
• Experience preparing or contributing to statutory accounts.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice-to-Have Requirements

• Professional accountancy qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience working within local government.
• Experience managing insurance arrangements and claims.
• Experience using a Treasury Management System.