Finance Officer

Your new company
A fantastic opportunity has arisen with a public services client based at their headquarters in Penrith. The role of Finance Officer is a key member of the team. The new appointee will advise the relevant budget holders and management teams on all financial matters. The Finance Officer has an influential role in the departments/commands they support. The post holder will ensure that appropriate systems and procedures are developed and maintained to support financial management within the departments/command they support. Reporting to the Financial Services Manager, you will join a well-established and qualified team.
Your new role
Typical duties will include: Coordinating the budget-setting process in the departments
Management and Accounts preparation & year-end involvement
Advise and monitor the revenue and capital budgets, provide monthly budget monitoring reports to the budget holder and management team advising on variances and the financial effects of resource allocation decisions.
Liaising with the Financial Services Manager with regard to audit reports and ensuring that departmental/command-related recommendations are implemented

What you'll need to succeed
Previous technical accounting experience in a similar role
AAT qualified min
Excellent IT and communication skills
Team player, drive to complete tasks on a timely basis What you'll get in return

What you'll get in return
Annual salary £38,754-£48,930 (dependent on experience)
12-month fixed term contract with extensionFlexitime - Monday to Friday 7am -10pm
Hybrid working
23 days holiday plus banks, incremental to 30 days with service
Market-leading pension scheme, employers contribution of 15.4%
Further softer benefits include a discount scheme.

What you need to do now
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