Accountant

• To conduct financial analysis to assess the Local Authority's financial health and performance. This includes identifying trends, analysing variances, and providing insights to support strategic planning and decision-making.

• To advise and assist officers of the Local Authority are able to discharge their responsibility of effectively managing resources, including budgeting, revenue management, and expenditure control and providing financial advice to working groups, with the objective of further developing the financial management within the Council .

• To contribute to the development of financial strategies and long-term financial planning. The Accountant provides financial insights and recommendations to support the achievement of organisational goals.

• Prepare monthly reporting to Departmental Management Teams and Members.

• To monitor and promote best practice in financial management within the Local Authority. Undertake special projects and Council-wide accountancy tasks under the direction of the Head of Finance.