Finance Accountancy Officer - Schools
13 days ago
Colwyn Bay
We are currently recruiting for a Finance Accountancy Officer to support the delivery of financial services to schools across the authority. \n\n • Location: Conwy / Colwyn Bay, North Wales\n, • Contract: 3 months+\n, • Pay: £18.62 per hour umbrella\n, • Working Pattern: Minimum 3 days office-based, 2 days remote\n, • Start: ASAP\n\n The Role: \n Working as part of the Schools Finance team, you will provide a comprehensive range of financial support and advice to Headteachers and Governing Bodies, working closely with the Principal Accountant – Schools. \n Key responsibilities will include: \n\n • Assisting with the preparation of annual budgets for primary, secondary and special schools.\n, • Supporting the closure of accounts and preparation of final accounts at year end.\n, • Preparing and assisting with financial projections to support effective use of school resources.\n, • Visiting schools to provide advice and support regarding budgets and financial reports.\n, • Assisting schools with the interpretation of financial information and resolving financial queries.\n, • Maintaining accurate financial reporting systems and completing regular reconciliations with the authority ledger.\n, • Supporting creditor payments, purchase orders and compliance with financial procedures.\n, • Working within relevant VAT, financial regulations, Contract Standing Orders and Construction Industry Tax requirements.\n\n About You: \n We are looking for someone with previous experience in a finance or accountancy environment, ideally within a local authority, education or public-sector setting. \n You should have: \n\n • Experience of budgeting, financial reporting and reconciliations.\n, • Good knowledge of accounting and financial procedures.\n, • Experience dealing with financial queries and providing advice to stakeholders.\n, • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.\n, • Good understanding of Excel and financial systems.\n, • The ability to analyse financial information and identify discrepancies.\n, • Good communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with schools, Headteachers, suppliers and internal departments.\n, • An understanding of VAT and financial regulations would be advantageous.\n, • The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a wider team.\n\n If you have the finance experience required and are interested in this opportunity, please apply today with an up-to-date CV.