Revenue Accounting Manager – Public Sector

Finance Manager

• Location: Leicester (Hybrid Working)
• Salary: Up to £52,000 per annum

We are currently recruiting for a Finance Manager, where you will leverage your expertise to maximise resources for a Local Government organisation. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with revenue reporting & tax requirements and providing strong leadership to enhance staff capabilities.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

1. Accounting:

   • Lead the preparation and reporting of revenue monitoring reports reporting into Board.
   • Manage the preparation of working papers for the statement of accounts and respond timely to auditors.
   • Offer technical guidance on statutory reporting and financial strategy development.
   • Provide crucial financial information to SLT and Senior Managers to aid decisions.

2. Leading People:

   • Manage and develop a team responsible for revenue accounts, corporate budget monitoring, and taxation.
   • Supervise and train Trainee Accountants/Apprentices, and provide quarterly formal training and one-on-one sessions to budget managers.
   • Foster a team environment that encourages creativity and innovation, supporting their development and autonomy.

3. Taxation:

   • Oversee VAT and other indirect taxation processes, ensuring compliance and managing risks effectively.
   • Maintain timely and accurate completion of VAT returns and manage relationships with external taxation advisors.

4. Policy:

   • Stay updated with legislation and develop policies related to Indirect Taxation and budget changes.
   • Provide strategic advice on government policies and initiatives to senior leaders.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Fully Qualified Accountant, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA.
• Exposure to managing a small established team creating a positive high performing culture.
• Thorough understanding of finance and accounting practices, with the ability to interpret and present complex financial information.
• Experience with Tax & VAT is highly desirable but not essential.
• Innovative problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits:

• Flexi time & Hybrid working
• Local Government Pension scheme
• 21 days annual leave rising to 26 with service
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Discount scheme
• Free eye tests
• Childcare Scheme
• Long service awards
• Learning & Development Scheme
• Health & Well-being scheme

If this sounds like a role you would be interested in then APPLY NOW! Alternatively call Sam @ Reed Coventry for more information.

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