Senior Finance OfficerPermanent, 37 hours per week (Part-time 30+ hours will be considered)£34,314 – £37,938 per annum (Pay award pending)We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and proactive finance professional to join our hard-working and friendly team.You will support our Principal Accountant in preparing revenue budgets, closing accounts, completing returns and calculating the Council’s tax base.Ideallyyou will be AAT qualified with considerable experience in the preparation and management of budgets and closure of accounts in a busy organisation. You will be able to work independently, providing advice to officers at all levels, and also work well as part of a team.You will be a quick learner, able to pick up complex accounting concepts such as the Collection Fund and take responsibility for areas of work such as returns and reserves.No candidate will meet every single desired qualification so if your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.About YouWe are looking for an individual who has:Excellent communication skillsA willingness to work as part of a teamA flexible approach combined with a positive attitudeAccuracy and attention to detailAbility to plan, prioritise and organise own workload to meet deadlines while working under pressureIT literate with a good knowledge of Microsoft Office in particular ExcelSignificant experience in a finance roleExperience of preparing and managing budgets as well as closing accountsAble to work independentlyLocal Government experience would be desirable.About UsWychavon District Council is a great place to work, with high levels of resident satisfaction and motivated staff who enjoy working with us.Located in South Worcestershire the district boasts a beautiful natural environment, a rich heritage and plenty to do and see.We pride ourselves on being a progressive organisation who spends time and energy on what we know matters to our residents and communities – things like creating jobs, keeping the streets clean, helping people feel safe and preventing homelessness.Our staff are at the heart of what we do, and as a result we are always looking to recruit, develop and retain the very best talent we can find. That's why, as well as a rewarding career, we offer a range of attractive benefits, such as:Agile Working (60% minimum office based)Excellent pension schemeGenerous annual leave entitlementOptions to purchase additional annual leaveRegular job-specific trainingDiscounted Gym and swim membershipFree Employee Assistance scheme including access to counselling servicesFree annual flu vaccinationsHealth and Wellbeing supportCycle to Work schemeEmployee Discounts with a range of companies including EE and Kaarp discount scheme which provides a range of employee discounts for days out and holidaysFor further information about the role please contact Sue Gladwyn, Principal Accountant on 01386 565506 or email sue.gladwyn@wychavon.gov.uk or Alice Mason, Head of Financial Services on 01386 565501 or email alice.mason@wychavon.gov.ukClosing Date: Sunday 22 June 2025Interviews Date: Tuesday 1 July 2025Please note if we experience a high intake of applications, we may close the role and interview for the position sooner than advertised.
