Details:
- Salary: £350 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Slough Berkshire
- Date: 23 hours ago
Description:
Good Afternoon,
I am currently representing Slough Council who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience
We are looking for a Financial Accountant this role will be based at: SL1 2EJ Hybrid Working
The right candidate will:
The role is responsible for overseeing property revenue and capital budgets, monitoring financial performance, developing robust forecasts, and ensuring that property-related financial decisions support the Council's corporate objectives and deliver value for money.
* Review current budget and challenge spend areas, feed in to the monthly reporting and highlight areas of concern or overspend
* Lead the preparation, development and monitoring of annual revenue and capital budgets for Property Services.
* Challenge budget assumptions and support budget holders in achieving financial targets.
* Develop and maintain accurate monthly and quarterly financial forecasts.
* Analyse expenditure, income, savings programmes and capital project performance to identify emerging financial pressures and opportunities.
* Provide forward-looking financial analysis to support medium-term financial planning.
We require the following:
* Qualified accountant (CCAB, CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
* Significant experience in financial management, budgeting and forecasting.
* Experience within local government, public sector finance or property-related financial management.
To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)
If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.
IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.
Look forward to speaking with you soon