At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in budgeting, financial advice, and maintaining financial systems.
- Company: Join a supportive local government team at Bromley Civic Centre.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, flexible working, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in finance while making a difference in your community.
- Qualifications: Experience in financial administration and proficiency in Excel; AAT qualification preferred.
The predicted salary is between 27262 - 42584 £ per year.
Department: Chief Executive's Department
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: BR6–BR10 (£27,262 – £42,584 per annum)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Location: Bromley Civic Centre
Working pattern: Hybrid – 2 days per week office attendance
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, estimates, and the year-end closure of accounts.
- Provide day-to-day financial advice and support to budget holders and service managers.
- Support the Senior Accountant and Principal Finance Officer in delivering an effective finance service.
- Maintain the Council's financial systems, including: Budget input and monitoring, Budget adjustments, Journal transfers, Bank reconciliations, Other financial administration activities as required.
- Produce, analyse, and interpret financial information and reports.
- Assist with financial monitoring, forecasting, and budget management activities.
About You:
- Have experience of financial administration and financial controls within a large organisation.
- Possess a sound understanding of accounting principles, budgeting, and budgetary control.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and financial/accounting systems.
- Have strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues.
- Be confident in analysing, interpreting, and presenting financial information.
- Ideally hold an AAT qualification or be actively studying towards a recognised accounting or finance qualification.
What We Offer:
- We are committed to achieving equality of opportunity in both employment and service delivery and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
- Competitive salary
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Bromley Employee Benefits Scheme
- Cycle2Work Scheme
- Salary Sacrifice Lease Car Scheme
- Technology Scheme
- Access to a wide range of discounts and offers
Further Information:
If you would like an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Afzal Hussain, Senior Accountant.
Deadline to submit the application: Sunday 19th July 2026.
Interviews and tests: Expected to be held on the week commencing Monday 27th July 2026.
Assistant Accountant in London employer: London Borough of Bromley
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