Revenue Accounting Manager Location: Leicester (Hybrid Working) Salary: Up to £52,000 per annum We are currently recruiting for a Revenue Accounting Manager, where you will leverage your expertise to maximise resources for a Local Government organisation. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with revenue reporting & tax requirements and providing strong leadership to enhance staff capabilities. Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Accounting: Lead the preparation and reporting of revenue monitoring reports reporting into Board. Manage the preparation of working papers for the statement of accounts and respond timely to auditors. Offer technical guidance on statutory reporting and financial strategy development. Provide crucial financial information to SLT and Senior Managers to aid decisions. Leading People: Manage and develop a team responsible for revenue accounts, corporate budget monitoring, and taxation. Supervise and train Trainee Accountants/Apprentices, and provide quarterly formal training and one-on-one sessions to budget managers. Foster a team environment that encourages creativity and innovation, supporting their development and autonomy. Taxation: Oversee VAT and other indirect taxation processes, ensuring compliance and managing risks effectively. Maintain timely and accurate completion of VAT returns and manage relationships with external taxation advisors. Policy: Stay updated with legislation and develop policies related to Indirect Taxation and budget changes. Provide strategic advice on government policies and initiatives to senior leaders. Required Skills & Qualifications: Fully Qualified Accountant, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA. Exposure to managing a small established team creating a positive high performing culture. Thorough understanding of finance and accounting practices, with the ability to interpret and present complex financial information. Experience with Tax & VAT is highly desirable but not essential. Innovative problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to work independently and meet tight deadlines. Benefits: Flexi time & Hybrid working Local Government Pension scheme 21 days annual leave rising to 26 with service Holiday purchase scheme Discount scheme Free eye tests Childcare Scheme Long service awards Learning & Development Scheme Health & Well-being scheme If this sounds like a role you would be interested in then APPLY NOW Alternatively call Sam Reed Coventry for more information LoveMondays