Treasury & Capital Senior Finance Officer in Pershore

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join our friendly and supportive Financial Services team. This is a varied role combining capital accounting with responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the Council's treasury management function. It would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, applying technical knowledge and working with colleagues across the organisation. Working closely with the Principal Accountant, you will help to prepare and monitor the Council's capital budgets and five-year capital programme. You will also support the closure of the capital accounts, contribute to the Statement of Accounts and complete capital-related government returns. A key part of the role will be the day-to-day management of the Council's cash flow and treasury activities. This will include monitoring cash balances, preparing cash-flow forecasts and placing funds in accordance with the Council's approved arrangements. As a district council, we have a significant investment portfolio, making this an interesting opportunity to develop or apply your treasury management experience. You will also provide financial advice to officers across the Council, liaise with internal and external auditors and assist with VAT requirements., The two councils have a shared Chief Executive and a joint senior management team. Whilst they retain their own political structures and distinct identities, the joint management structure allows us to maximise the opportunity to deliver a wide range of good value services to our customers and communities, and operate and develop shared services, collaborative working and partnership arrangements with each other, with other councils and with key stakeholders.

You will be AAT Level 4 qualified or part-qualified as an accountant. You will have experience of working in a finance role and a good understanding of budget preparation, monitoring and year-end accounts. You should be comfortable working independently, managing competing priorities and explaining financial information clearly to colleagues who may not have a finance background. You will also be an effective team member, with strong attention to detail and a practical approach to solving problems. We are looking for someone with:

• Experience of treasury management or cash investment
• Experience of preparing and monitoring budgets
• Experience of supporting or completing year-end accounts
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence in using financial systems
• The ability to analyse financial information accurately
• Clear and effective communication skills
• The ability to plan and prioritise work to meet deadlines
• The confidence to work independently and provide financial advice
• A collaborative, flexible and solution-focused approach

It would be helpful if you also have:

• Experience of capital accounting and capital financing
• Experience of working in local government or another public sector organisation
• Knowledge or experience of VAT

Our staff are at the heart of what we do and are key to ensuring we deliver our We are Wychavon District Council plan (attached) to make a positive difference to our communities, our economy and our environment. We are always looking to recruit, develop and retain the very best talent we can find. So, as well as a rewarding career, we offer a range of attractive benefits, such as:

• Excellent pension scheme with employer contributions
• Generous annual leave entitlement with options to purchase additional annual leave
• Committed training programme and development opportunities
• Onsite nursery with 20% staff discount
• Discounted Gym and swim membership
• Health and Wellbeing support and a Free Employee Assistance scheme including access to counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Discounts with a range of companies including EE and the Kaarp discount scheme

We are an employer that values face to face communication, collaboration and connection, therefore all our roles have an office-based requirement with some agile working as part of the role. Please note: Wychavon District Council does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Malvern Hills and Wychavon District Councils are rewarding places to work, with high levels of resident satisfaction and motivated staff who enjoy working for us. Located in south Worcestershire, both districts boast beautiful natural environments, a rich heritage and plenty to do and see. The districts are ranked the top two best rural places to live in the West Midlands and are amongst the top 30 in the country. We pride ourselves on being progressive organisations spending time, energy and investment on what we know matters to our residents and communities - things like supporting our town centres and rural communities, creating jobs, keeping the streets clean, reducing our carbon footprint, helping people feel safe and preventing homelessness. We are an employer that values face to face Communication, Collaboration and Connection, therefore all our roles have an office based requirement with some agile working as part of the role. So, as well as a rewarding career, we offer a range of attractive benefits, such as:

• Excellent pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement with options to purchase additional annual leave
• Committed training programme and development opportunities
• Onsite nursery with 20% staff discount (Based at Pershore office)
• Discounted Gym and swim membership
• Health and Wellbeing support and a Free Employee Assistance scheme including access to counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Discounts with a range of companies including EE and the Kaarp discount scheme.

Working with you Our staff are at the heart of what we do, and as a result we are always looking to recruit and develop the very best talent we can find. That's why, as well as providing a satisfying job, we offer a range of attractive benefits, generous holiday entitlements, a pension scheme, plenty of opportunities for personal development, and discounted gym membership.

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