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SalaryThere’s more to life than work. Bexley Borough Council make sure that when you take a job with them your work suits your life.
With travel links close enough to the centre of London to reap the benefits of the city but located far enough away to have green open spaces, the borough of Bexley offers the best of both worlds to either work, live or study in. It is also one the of the safest boroughs in London regularly being one of the top five performers – through initiatives such as S.H.I.E.L.D and Bexley’s Safeguarding Adults Board.
They are an ambitious local authority with serious drive to improve the lives of residents and visitors alike through investment in infrastructure. Bexley Borough Council is committed to providing opportunities to businesses to contribute to a thriving a local economy, working closely with local businesses and supporting the establishment of Town Centre Partnerships and further Business Improvements Districts.
We are looking for a proactive, driven, and motivated Finance Manager to join the committed finance team, managing a team of people. You will ensure that revenue accounting entries underpinning the Statement of Accounts are produced in a timely manner, are accurate and in accordance with relevant legislative requirements and professional codes of practice and guidelines. You will produce the Statement of Accounts, Group Accounts and other related statutory returns whilst leading on advice and returns relating to taxation and VAT.
The post is focused on delivering specialist accounting services and the post holder will have a wide understanding of accounting requirements and practical knowledge.
Whilst ensuring the Council’s accounts are produced in compliance with all statutory accounting requirements, you will be responsible for the provision of technical accounting advice to other senior Management, Members and Finance Teams.
As part of this role, you will also be responsible for leading on the corporate grants register, ensuring accurate grant records that satisfy both statutory accounting and monitoring requirements, and monitoring spending against specific grants and preparing grant claims as appropriate.
If you are wondering whether you are right for this position, why not give us a call to explore it in more depth. Otherwise, simply apply via Ivy Rock Partners directly if you are a Qualified CCAB Accountant ideally with local authority or public sector experience.
For your information it is essential that you have strong knowledge of requirements pertaining to revenue expenditure and good experience of the closure of accounts process.
Whilst these requirements are important, it is also vital that you have the right character and approach. Bexley want to meet individuals are passionate about getting involved, innovating, collaborating, and going the extra mile.
Apply directly to Ivy Rock Partners to avoid disappointment or contact Will Thomson if you would like some more information on 07392 653 878 or willthomson@ivyrockpartners.com
