- Listen to service customers and promote the department through the provision of quality services to meet customer needs.
- To keep abreast of specialised knowledge in various financial disciplines to support the work of the Department.
- Maintaining the Council’s general ledger and other supporting financial records including computerised databases.
- Ensuring that all budgeting and accounting procedures are complied with including the operation of financial controls.
- Prepare analyse and interpret financial and other information to influence and enable managers to make the correct operational decisions.
- Support the closedown processes of the authority and prepare service accounts.
- Support officers in service departments in the efficient use of resources by providing reliable and timely financial information and support
- Assist with the observance of financial regulations and advise where appropriate.
- Reconciliation of control accounts
- To lead and take responsibility for VAT by providing a comprehensive range of VAT activities
- To undertake more complex financial activities within the Accountancy function
Back to searchSenior Finance Officer
Service Care Solutions - Legal
Posted 8 days ago, valid for 6 days
Bradford, West Yorkshire BD7 3JG, England
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Senior Finance Officer position is available at the Local Authority in Bradford, offering a hybrid/remote working environment with some office presence required.
- This role is initially for 3 months but may be extended, with a salary of £20 per hour umbrella (PAYE inclusive £17.98, PAYE exclusive £16.04).
- Candidates should possess experience in financial and management accountancy services, along with strong communication skills to interact with clients and customers effectively.
- Key responsibilities include maintaining financial records, ensuring compliance with budgeting procedures, and providing financial support to service departments.
- The position also involves leading VAT activities and assisting with the council's financial regulations and closedown processes.
