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Our local authority client based in North London are urgently seeking an experienced Accountancy Officer.
*£22.49 an hour Umbrella
Purpose of Job:
As an accountancy officer you will be responsible for the administration of financial processes and support systems; maintaining accounting and other records and ultimately, ensuring that the service runs smoothly.
In support of finance managers, this role is integral to enabling transparency and efficiency in all transactions.
Through the pursuit of some of your duties you may be required to deal directly with our residents and businesses, rendering you an ambassador not only for the service, but for the Council as a whole.
Professional Membership/Qualification
* Studying towards AAT; CCAB, (preferably CIPFA), CIMA, CFA, or ACT foundations stage (stage 1)
Experience & Knowledge
* Knowledge of the major issues facing local government, understanding of the national policy context, requirements and future direction for relevant service areas
* Reasonable interpersonal and communication and presentation skills, with proven ability to communicate effectively to a wide range of audiences both horizontally and vertically, financial and non-financial
* Able to apply basic accounting principles and work in accordance with relevant rules and procedures
* Is aware of and complies with standards of financial control
* Is able to explain financial control issues and related responsibilities to other members of staff
* Can identify issues and resolve queries
* Experience of working effectively in an area with competing demands and tight time-scales.
* Experience of independently using financial modules in systems such as the general ledger and effectively using Microsoft
Please apply with your updated CV ensuring that any gaps in employment are explained.
At this point, may we take this opportunity to thank you for the interest you have shown in this role. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not always possible to respond to everyone. Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 7 days, your application for this vacancy will have been unsuccessful
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