Assistant Accountant; Public Sector

VANRATH is delighted to be working with a well known Public Sector Organisation to offer a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to become part of a growing finance team. This role is initially on an interim basis with potential for long term extension.

• Immediate start
• Competitive salary (£37,500) + holiday pay
• Supportive team and working environment
• Hybrid working
• City centre location

• Play a key role in the development of budgetary control processes, supporting budget holders with the provision of reports, investigation of variances and providing advice on necessary corrective actions.
• Perform financial reviews of provider organisations and validate the accuracy of their financial returns, including drafting reports for review.
• Provide senior Finance staff with performance information in relation to the relevant areas of responsibility, ensuring that any issues are escalated and proposals for resolution are made.
• Assist with ad hoc investigations and reports, while ensuring that regular reports are produced and circulated in accordance with agreed reporting timetables.
• Represent the Finance section on internal/external committees and working groups, as required.
• Identify business improvements with the aim of enhancing the performance of the relevant Finance section.

Candidates must hold one of the following qualifications:

• the final examinations of AAT or IATI; or
• the foundation papers of a CCAB body (or equivalent) or
• a relevant Bachelor's degree (where accounting is the major component) or equivalent qualification

• Experience in budget setting, forecasting, monitoring and reporting of expenditure.
• Experience in the preparation or review of statutory or management accounts.
• Experience in the use of an integrated financial management system, linked reporting tools and advanced spreadsheets skills.