To perform monthly and annual accounting activities including balance sheet
reconciliations, financial reporting and data analysis. Activities include access and
maintenance of the general ledger, daily dealings of working capital through the treasury systems process, financial planning and controlling daily bank reconciliation transactions.
As a team player, responsibilities include coordination and completion of annual audits,
providing internal and external auditors with the required supporting financial information as necessary.
The role requires an analytical approach supported by strong excel skills including data
analysis techniques and a proactive approach to improving systems, including
implementing change resulting in financial and process efficiencies.
Experienced finance professional with substantial experience in a financial environment, with a demonstrable commitment to ongoing professional development and a proactive approach to change.
A good understanding of finance systems (preferably Oracle) in a controlled environment and experience of working with standardised processes.
Awareness of current political and legislative developments with regard to the services of the authority and the finance function itself, and of the practical implications these may have for the delivery of the finance service to the authority
A good knowledge of statutory financial reporting with the ability to read and understand accounts including Income and Expenditure, Balance sheet and supporting disclosures
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