This local authority in the midlands is looking for an experienced Accountancy Team Leader/Manager to join our reputable local authority. This role is essential in supporting Directors, Heads of Service, and budget managers in managing their budget responsibilities effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
• Budget Management:
Provide regular, timely financial information and detailed analysis to assist Directors, Heads of Service, and budget managers.
• Technical Advice:
Offer expert technical advice on Revenue & capital budgets to the finance team and other departments.
• Training:
Conduct formal financial training sessions to enhance budget managers' knowledge and skills.
• Monitoring & Compliance:
Oversee the monitoring of Member decisions, expenditure and income variances, budget requirements, and advise on new legislation.
• Financial Statements:
Manage the production and publication of financial statements, and liaise with internal and external auditors.
• Month-End & Year-End Reporting:
Assist in all aspects of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting.
• Capital Expenditure Monitoring:
Collaborate with Finance Business Partners to produce monitoring reports for capital expenditure.
• Treasury Management:
Oversee the day-to-day management of the Treasury Management function.
• VAT Return:
* Complete the VAT return and act as a deputy for the Finance Services Manager when required.