Management Accountant

Description:

We currently have a vacancy for a Management Accountant in our Treasury function.
If you have at least 3 years’ post CCAB qualification experience, you won’t want to miss out on this unique opportunity to live and work overseas in the beautiful and vibrant island community of the Falkland Islands…
Management Accountant
Stanley, Falkland Islands
* Fixed Term Contract, up to 4 years
* Starting salary ranges from £39,944 - £46,507 commensurate with qualifications and experience plus 25% Gratuity (taxable) and a Flights & Relocation Package
The Role
You will be working in the accounting team within Government’s Finance function (known as the Treasury) which encompasses the full breadth of core finance functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial planning, budget management, financial forecasting and investment and decision support. You will be responsible for ensuring the provision of a high-quality accounting service that supports the effective and efficient management of government financial resources, within statutory and regulatory guidelines.
You will be responsible for leading on the reporting of high-quality management accounting information and the planning and preparation of the annual budget that supports the effective and efficient management of FIG financial resources. You will act as a business partner to government departments and senior management, providing professional advice and support that complies with financial controls and governance.
The Person
* The successful applicant will be educated to first degree level
* CCAB qualification such as a CIMA or CIPFA
* have at least 3 years’ post qualification experience
* Strong business partnering skills and ability to effect positive change
* At least 2 years’ supervisory management experience.
* Proven exposure to managing budgets and business planning in a financially constrained context is also required.
The Package
* Fixed Term Contract, up to 4 years
* Salary Range, basic starting salary ranges from £39,944 - £46,507 commensurate with qualifications and experience
* Eligibility for a 25% Gratuity, paid upon successful completion of the contract
* 41 days paid leave, 30 days paid annual leave plus 11 government and public holidays
* Relocation Allowance, to help with moving costs
* Flights Package for you and recognised dependents at the beginning and end of contract, and additional annual return flights contingent on the duration of the contract
* Government Housing for rent and a starter pack to help you settle in
* A stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in
The salary and gratuity are subject to Falkland Islands taxation. More information can be found on our website.
FIG
The Falkland Islands is a British Overseas Territory, with full internal self-government.
As the largest employer in the Falkland Islands, we offer many unique and fulfilling job opportunities, across the full spectrum of public services. Our responsibilities include those typically managed by the central government – taxation, legislation, and policy, as well as those usually managed on a local level such as town planning, health and social services, and education. FIG also provides services specific to the needs of the Falkland Islands, such as fisheries research, power generation and the Government Air Service, FIGAS.
The Falkland Islands:
Set in the South Atlantic Ocean, around 400 miles east of South America and 8000 miles south-west of the UK, the Falkland Islands are a small, thriving community with a British way of life, benefiting from good local services, a varied social calendar and an absence of traffic jams!
The Falkland Islands’ stunning natural environment provides an unspoiled landscape and amazing wildlife to observe and explore, including penguins, whales and dolphins.
For those with a sense of adventure, it provides opportunities that are hard to match anywhere else in the world.
How to apply:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and you will be directed to the company website where you will be able to submit an application form.
Timetable for Recruitment and Selection Process
* Closing Date for Applications – 19th April 2024
* Shortlisting commencing – 22nd April 2024
* Panel Interviews – 2nd/3rd May 2024
You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.
Other suitable skills and experience include Capital Accountant, Accounting, Accountancy, Finance, Financial, CCAB Accountant, Accounts, Financial Advisor, Finance Business Partner, Finance Partner, FP&A, Financial Planning and Analysis, Management Accountant, Experienced Accountant, Qualified Accountant