Senior Accountant (Adults and Wellbeing)
Trafford Council
Location: Trafford Town Hall, Talbot Toad, Stretford, M32 0TH
Salary range: Band 10 (£46,731 to £48,710 per annum)
Trafford Council is a Living Wage Employer.
Working Pattern: Full time
Working hours: 36.25 hours per week
Contract type: Permanent
Application deadline: 4 February 2025
About the Role
Trafford’s Financial Management team provides high quality and effective financial support to an ambitious, forward-thinking council with a dynamic and customer-focused culture. We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, inspirational and dynamic qualified accountant to join us as a Senior Accountant within the Adults & Wellbeing Finance Team.
Your main duties will include:
1. Assist Senior Management in financial management and achieving financial performance targets.
2. Support the preparation and coordination of the Revenue and Capital Budget, Medium Term Financial Plan, and financial support to the Council’s investment strategy.
3. Ensure completion of the annual financial accounts and accurate budget monitoring information.
4. Develop and maintain recharge systems relevant to the service area.
About You
As a CCAB qualified accountant or equivalent in terms of experience, you should have a proven track record in a public sector finance organisation. You will have experience in local government financial arrangements, particularly in preparing year-end statutory and management accounts.
You will have excellent communication skills, be a flexible team player, and be enthusiastic about making a positive difference for Trafford residents.
About Us
Trafford Council and its partners work together to close inequality gaps and maximise Trafford’s potential. We offer development opportunities and a fair, flexible workplace.
Contact Details
For an informal discussion about the role, please email Paul Davies, Strategic Finance Manager at Paul.davies@trafford.gov.uk
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