Management/Financial AccountantCouncil

Are you passionate about making a difference to our citizens and the district that they reside in? Then, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Team

About the Role:

We are seeking a motivated and ambitious Financial Trainee Accountant to join our Financial Accounting Team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a successful career in finance while gaining practical experience within a professional accounting environment.

The role will provide exposure to a wide range of financial accounting activities, including financial reporting, balance sheet management, statutory accounts preparation, audit support and financial controls.

You will work closely with experienced finance professionals who will support you with your development.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the Principal Accountant in maintaining and developing the fixed asset register, ensuring assets are recorded accurately and in accordance with accounting standards.

Assist in the delivery of capital accounting processess, including monitoring, recording and reporting of capital expenditure.

Prepare asset additions, disposals, transfers and depreciation calculations, ensuring transactions are accurately reflected within the financial ledger.

Assist with the preparation of the year-end accounts, working papers and statutory disclosures relating to fixed assets.

Support internal and external audit processes by providing timely and accurate information.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance financial processes and reporting.

What will be expected from me?

To develop a strong understanding of fixed asset and capital accounting principles.

Build effective working relationships with colleagues across the finance team and the wider organisation.

Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and deliver work to agreed deadlines.

Show initiative in identifying and resolving issues.

Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling financial information.

Essential requirements:

AAT qualified or equivalent.

A genuine interest in pursuing a career in accountancy and finance.

Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent attension to detail.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Competent in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.

What can I expect?

A competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy up to 10 extra days of annual leave

Hybrid working (subject to role suitability)

Access to high-quality training programs to advance your career to the next level.

We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership.

Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme providing a tax efficient way to increase our pension.

Great range of benefits including an Employee Assistant Programme, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, a cycle to work scheme, and many more.

Want to know more?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact.

Name: Sarah Burnage

Tel:

E-mail: [email protected]

Join us and make a real impact in the community. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!

Safeguarding

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

Probation

In accordance with the Council Probation Procedure, this post is subject to a 6-month Probationary Period.

Fluency Duty

To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), public facing roles will be subject to the Fluency Duty.

Diversity

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

Why Wakefield

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• Location:

Wakefield One, Burton St, Wakefield WF1 2EB

• Salary:

G7 £29,542.00 - £32,578.00

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Position type: 37