Accountant

Our client is looking for a motivated and highly skilled Accountant to join our dynamic Financial Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to support strategic decision-making, deliver value for money, and help shape financial strategies that impact services across the city.

Accountant Brighton - Hybrid (1 day in the office) £27.50 per hour umbrella

Key duties

• As an integral member of our finance team, you'll:
• Work with service managers and senior leadership to develop and deliver accurate financial strategies and forecasts.
• Lead on key budget areas and financial modelling, ensuring sound financial management and accountability.
• Provide insightful analysis and financial advice that influences real-world decisions affecting our communities.
• Coordinate budget setting, monitoring, and the closing of accounts in line with statutory deadlines.
• Deliver training and support to non-financial managers, and act as a financial mentor and supervisor to team members.

What We’re Looking For

• We're looking for someone who is:
• Qualified: CCAB-qualified accountant or AAT with extensive relevant experience.
• Experienced: Solid track record in budgeting, closing accounts, business case development, and financial systems.
• A Skilled Communicator: Able to present complex financial information clearly to a wide range of stakeholders.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation on an initial 3 month contract with likely extensions.