An opportunity has arisen within Financial Services at Rother District Council for a highly motivated individual to work as part of our dedicated accountancy team. We’re seeking someone proactive, enthusiastic, and with excellent communication skills. Attention to detail is essential, and proficiency in Excel is highly desirable.

The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to learn a variety of financial and administrative tasks quickly and willingness to develop their skills further especially in the area of treasury management. For the right candidate there’s the possibility of studying for a formal accountancy qualification (e.g. AAT) and while gaining valuable experience across a range of accountancy functions.

Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing the daily Treasury Management function – downloading reports, updating relevant Excel spreadsheets, updating bank records, liaising with banks, brokers and other organisations in relation to financial products for the council; setting up regular and ad hoc online banking payments; submission of government returns relating to the council’s investment activities
• Maintaining the council’s cashflow spreadsheet, liaising with accountants to obtain information on cashflows; reviewing them to inform decision making on investments and borrowing
• Assistance with the production of the council’s Financial Statements in relation to Treasury Management
• Assisting accountants with the preparation of revenue and capital budgets, monitoring spending and income during the year and preparation of final accounts

What Rother District Council can offer you

We take pride in offering an excellent employee experience, with benefits including:

• a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
• membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements
• a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
• a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further

If you would like an informal discussion regarding this vacancy, please contact Angie Edwards, Finance Systems Administrator: Telephone (01424) 787707 or email angie.edwards@rother.gov.uk

The job description and application form are available to view and download below.

Any queries and applications should be emailed to: recruitment@rother.gov.uk

Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on 19^th May.

Interviews dates are to be confirmed.

 We welcome applications from all backgrounds and community sectors