Accountant

Posted 02 July 2025
Salary 274.12
LocationHarringay N4 United Kingdom
Job type Full time
Sector Financial / Banking / Accounting
ReferenceRQ1553218

Job description

3 months contract with local authority

We are seeking a Financial Support Officer to provide high-quality financial information, training, modeling, analysis, and support to schools, ensuring accurate financial reporting, decision-making, and budget management. The ideal candidate will contribute to the resolution of financial issues and risks, maintain accounting information, and assist in the production of consistent financial reporting information. Additionally, the role involves contributing to the framework for financial reporting and budget setting within the Council for both revenue and capital budgets.

Main Responsibilities

  • Financial Planning: Provide support to schools in developing robust 3-year financial plans.
  • Budget Monitoring/Financial Reporting: Equip Head Teachers and Governing Bodies with the necessary financial skills, collate information for council reporting, identify financial risks, and reconcile grant lines within the Dedicated Schools Grant.
  • Closure of Accounts: Ensure budget holders are aware of the closure timetable, prepare disclosure notes, and respond to internal and external audit queries.
  • Other: Participate in council staff management and development processes, undertake training and development as required.
Generic Responsibilities

  1. Ensure compliance with Health and Safety at Work, Data Protection, and other statutory requirements.
  2. Promote and implement the Council’s Equal Opportunities policies.
  3. Demonstrate knowledge and experience of using IT.
  4. Undertake any other temporary responsibilities aligned with the overall purpose and grade of the role.


Requirements


  • Proven experience in financial management or related field.
  • Strong understanding of financial reporting and budget management.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of relevant statutory requirements and policies.
  • Proficiency in IT and financial software.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
  • Relevant finance or accounting qualification is desirable.