Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant

Location: Ty Penallta, Penallta House, Tredomen Business Park, CF82 7PG
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3+ Months
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay rate: £ 17.79 per hour
Job Ref: OR11734
 
Responsibilities

• Support the Finance Manager and Senior Accountant in providing financial management information related to specific grant programs within the Corporate Services and Economy and Environment Directorates.
• Offer financial advice and accounting support to grant managers, including producing grant budget monitoring reports, financial submissions, and management information.
• Prepare service budgets, grant claims, and financial outturns.
• Contribute to the effective monitoring and evaluation of designated grant programs, including any re-purposing of funds within grant terms and conditions.
• Assist in the production of financial reports for specific grants to be incorporated into reports for the Scrutiny Committee and Cabinet.
• Prepare budget monitoring reports and provide financial information as required by approved timetables.
• Prepare budget estimates and provide managers with advice and support in preparing budget options in line with grant funding requirements.
• Prepare year-end accounts for services and support the Senior Accountant in preparing financial claims and submissions.
• Support services in preparing grant submissions and monitor expenditure on grant-funded schemes.
• Represent the Finance Team in meetings and ensure relevant holding accounts are reconciled and cleared timely.
• Delegate work tasks and supervise junior members of the Finance Support team.

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Relevant Level 4 financial qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales or Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 4.

Knowledge

• Understanding of financial systems and associated accounting and financial procedures, such as OLAS, iTrent, Proactis, or equivalent systems.
• Sound grasp of core accountancy skills, including Accountancy and Auditing Standards, SORP, IFRS, and reconciliation procedures.
• Financial knowledge and experience, preferably within a local government accountancy environment.
• Knowledge of payroll and creditor functions, grant application and claim submission procedures, and Local Authority Financial Regulations.

Skills

• Analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and produce reports and statistical information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, and ability to engage with staff and managers at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and creative approach to providing financial advice and problem-solving.
• Ability to prioritize work tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Experience

• Experience in a financial environment, assessing and advising on financial and budgetary implications of service initiatives.
• Experience in preparing year-end accounts, monitoring, and budget setting, including grants.
• Experience within a financial post in a public sector organization, particularly in Local Authority accounting.
• Experience in supervising staff and delegating work tasks.

Other

• A flexible and adaptable approach to work with a commitment to achieving and maintaining high standards.
• Ability to travel to other work sites as required, with a full UK Category B (Cars) driving license and a motor vehicle insured for business purposes.

 
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