Accountant; Financial Management and Revenues

Are you an experienced and motivated accountant looking for a new opportunity within a dynamic and supportive finance team? West Berkshire Council is seeking an Accountant to join the Capital team, reporting to the Senior Accountant, to provide high-quality financial support and advice across the council.

• Reviewing business cases, savings and investment bids
• Providing financial support and advice to service managers, ensuring effective budget management and control.
• Preparing and analysing financial reports, including central government returns and year‑end accounts.
• Monitoring and reporting on budget performance, identifying and investigating variances.
• Collaborating with other finance team members to ensure smooth month‑end and year‑end processes.
• In addition to the above responsibilities, you will also have the opportunity to work on ad‑hoc financial analysis and projects, providing valuable insights to support decision‑making within the organisation.

• Relevant accounting qualification (e.g. AAT, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience working in a finance role, ideally within a public sector or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and manipulate complex data.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and provide financial advice to non‑finance colleagues.
• Self‑motivated and organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in using finance software and Microsoft Excel.

• Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00‑21.00
• Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
• Generous Local Government pension scheme
• Family friendly policies
• A range of local discounts
• Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
• You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact John Kavanagh on or email jo

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our dedicated and supportive finance team at West Berkshire Council.

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