Finance/Accountancy Officer
3 Month Contract
Based in Colwyn Bay, Wales - Onsite
£16.77 PH (37 Hours PW) Inside IR35, VIA Umbrella
Provide a comprehensive range of financial support services to Headteachers and Governing Bodies and to be responsible to the Principal Accountant (Schools) in ensuring the effective delivery of the Service Level Agreements with schools.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provide support and assistance to the Principal Accountant - Schools in all aspects of the school finance service in accordance with the Service Level Agreement.
2. Assist with the preparation of annual budgets for the Authority's Primary, Secondary and Special schools.
3. Assist in the closure of accounts at the end of the financial year and assist in the production of final accounts.
4. Assist in the preparation of financial projections to enable schools to maximise effectiveness in the utilisation of resources.
5. Regularly visit schools to discuss and provide advice on all matters in relation to school budgets and assist with the interpretation of reports and solve any administrative problems.
6. Investigate and respond to numerous and detailed queries from schools, contractors, suppliers, finance department staff and staff from other departments regarding p...