About this job

As the Senior Financial Accountant (Financial Reporting) and reporting to the Chief Accountant, you will lead and manage the financial reporting, Collection Fund accounts and accounts closedown process for the Council and play a key role in the production of the Statement of Accounts, including the overall Group Accounts consolidation. You will be the technical ‘centre of excellence’ on financial accounting and compliance for the Council and its subsidiaries and attend the Audit & Standards Committee. You will provide technical accounting and tax advice including on VAT and accounting principles.

Special requirements for this post

CCAB qualification, continuing professional development and a member of accountancy body (with at least 3 years accounting experience including at least 1 year post qualification).
Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days working in the Borough, one of which must be a Monday or a Friday.
Able to attend meetings outside normal hours.

About you

You will be a fully CCAB qualified accountant with a strong background in local government finance with experience in closure of accounts. You will have strong practical technical accounting and tax knowledge. You will be a strategic thinker, confident in building relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and respond well to auditors. Your ability to innovate and contribute to the development and maintenance of corporate financial policies, strategies, systems and practices, and to manage the development and continuous improvement of the financial controls, will be crucial.

Being resilient and ability to meet strict deadlines will be second nature to you, and your proactive approach will help tackle financial challenges head-on.

About us

Barking and Dagenham is not just any borough—it's a vibrant, culturally diverse community, and one of the fastest-growing areas in London. As the borough continues to evolve, we are committed to making it a place where people are proud to live, work, study, and stay. With rapid population growth and transformative change happening around us, there’s no better time to further your career in a place where you can truly make a difference. Our Finance team is at the heart of this transformation. We are expanding to ensure that finance is central to decision-making, helping the Council achieve financial sustainability and adapt to the challenges faced by local government. By joining us, you’ll be part of a proactive, innovative team that collaborates closely with key stakeholders to drive positive change across the borough. We offer a dynamic, fulfilling career path that promises diversity, excitement, and the opportunity to make a real impact.

Closing date: 20th February 2025
Interview date (Week Commencing): 24 February 2025

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