About The Service
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed individual who enjoys a challenge, is self-motivated and can work within tight deadlines.
This post is within the Accountancy Section of Revenues.
The Accountancy section has qualified and experienced Accountants providing professional financial advice and accountancy support to all Directorates, Schools and a range of Outside Bodies and Joint Committees.
The successful applicant will support the financial management and accounting for VAT and Trust Funds.
About the job
The candidate will be required to prepare the relevant returns for the Councils Trust Funds and VAT, ensuring timely and accurate submission.
To undertake in-depth reviews of Service Areas transactions to ensure VAT is being dealt with thoroughly and accurately, complies with HMRC Legislation, and quickly remedies any concerns.
Provide specialist taxation advice and update internal guidance.
Identify process and system improvements to ensure continuous improvement in this area.
What We Are Looking For From You
Candidates should hold a relevant financial qualification (i.e. CCAB, AAT, part qualified CCAB) or have a minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role, along with good knowledge of local government finance and a desire for continuous development.
Good organisational skills, including the ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload in a changing environment.
Proven ability to use own initiative and develop productive working relationships with all Service Areas.
Good communication and computer skills are essential, as is the ability to learn quickly and produce a high standard of work within challenging deadlines.
Additional information
This post is suitable for post share.
We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.
The interview process for this role will be held on a virtual basis using an appropriate online platform.
If you have any concerns about your ability to participate in a virtual interview process or if you would like an informal conversation about this role prior to application, please contact Nadine Griffiths on (029) 2082 7302.
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