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Assistant Accountant (Financial)

Employer
THE JOBLINE LTD
Location
Staffordshire, UK
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
May 26, 2019

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Job Role
Assistant Accountant
Sector
Finance
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Job Purpose To support the delivery of an integrated, robust financial planning process by the provision of high quality, accurate, timely and relevant information. To support all strategic and operational plans are supported by the provision of high quality, accurate, timely and relevant information and robust investment appraisals. To support the provision of high quality, accurate, relevant and timely monitoring and forecasting information. To provide financial advice and guidance to stakeholders/service managers and partners as required. To assist in providing strategic financial direction for Unitas by ensuring that all statutory requirements are adhered to and policy and performance standards are met. To assist in delivering financial management accounting, budgeting and reporting matters and to deputise as required. To help support the provision of specialist financial services on behalf of the Unitas. Key Duties / Responsibilities Strategic Management To help support the delivery of high quality, efficient financial, accounting and budgeting services to support Unitas in delivering its corporate aims and objectives. To contribute towards the compilation, monitoring and reporting of Unitas' integrated Medium Term Financial Strategy and other related plans. To provide effective financial and accounting analysis in support of Unitas projects and desired outcomes. To provide analysis and financial advice to stakeholders to support Unitas in its delivery of corporate aims and objectives. To contribute towards the delivery of the Unitas' statutory Statement of Accounts in line with professional and statutory requirements. To contribute towards the formulation, implementation and review of service plans. Service Quality To contribute towards the delivery of an effective, high performing, customer focused financial service that is continuously improving. To contribute towards the promotion of effective team building in order to provide financial information, analysis, support and advice to officers as appropriate. To assist in formulating the most effective, innovative and forward looking financial practices. Performance To support the effective delivery of the value for money agenda. To provide support and advice on financial management, policy development and corporate financial matters. To support the provision of effective financial management and regular monitoring of performance indicators and quality standards insofar as they affect the value for money agenda. To contribute to the achievement of any relevant statutory inspections. To contribute towards the Service Plans in line with recognised best practice, regulatory and statutory requirements. Resource Management To ensure that Finance Assistants (if relevant) within the team are organised, receive appropriate learning, are informed, managed and motivated to deliver a high quality, cost effective service. To ensure that all functions within the section are maintained and enhanced. Communications To maintain effective communications to ensure that key interests both inside and outside the section are appropriately informed and involved. To ensure that the section fosters positive relationships with its own staff, customers, auditors, members, the rest of the section, other sections and partners. To establish and maintain effective working relationships with key partners and stakeholders. To support the development and maintenance of the highest standards in the reporting of financial information including the Unitas' statutory accounts. To represent the Management Accountant at working groups and other meetings. To work closely with other sections to maintain an integrated, professional finance service. To act as a point of contact with the Unitas' appointed external auditors regarding financial reporting and governance matters. Culture To report to an Accountant in respect of management issues and the Unitas' financial affairs. To embrace the Unitas' vision and values through effective leadership and the promotion of sound financial management. To promote a culture of high quality risk management, financial governance and accountability to ensure that best value for money is sought. To operate in an open manner and ensure that the appropriate Accountant is kept informed on key issues. To promote a culture of opportunity, achievement, responsibility and personal development within the section. To promote the modernisation agenda particularly insofar as to achieve Value for Money across Unitas. To actively promote diversity in the provision of services in accordance with Unitas' policies and procedures. KEY RESULT AREAS To help make a tangible difference to the efficiency and quality of Financial Services to support the strategic priorities of Unitas. To support the efficient accurate closure of Unitas' accounts, including compliance with year-end requirements for external bodies/sponsors, to ensure that all statutory deadlines are met. To ensure that sound systems of control are in place to protect Unitas and to minimise the possibility of misappropriation of assets. To help develop, maintain and implement appropriate accounting policies and standards and to consider and manage the implications of new accounting developments as they impact upon the Unitas and companies controlled or influenced by the authority. To respond positively to the Audit Commission and other inspection scrutiny reviews of Unitas to achieve improved assessment. To support the compilation and delivery of balanced integrated budgets. To co-ordinate and manage the completion of any grant claims to ensure that the authority meets all imposed deadlines and reporting standards. To provide specialist financial advice, options appraisals and innovative solutions to inform and formulate Unitas' Medium Term Financial Strategy. To take responsibility for any other duties as designated from time to time as falling within the remit of a local authority accountancy arrangement. Any other duties appropriate to the post

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