Management Accountant

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service is recruiting for a Management Accountant to join the Finance and Procurement team to assist in the delivery of effective and efficient financial accounting services for the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, its partners and other external organisations. This includes the interpretation of financial regulations and procedures, as well as the provision of financial analysis, advice and guidance which enable the business to deliver its business goals. An assessment of risk and consideration of change issues which impact the business is key, together with a proactive approach to ensuring the organisation makes best use of its resources. The role reports to the Finance Manager who will provide general direction to the post-holder This is a great opportunity to work for a Public Service provider who invests in the development and wellbeing of employees. We offer flexible working arrangements so our teams can achieve a good work life balance. The role is being advertised initially as a casual 12-week fixed term contract - but consideration may be available for a permanent role to the right candidate at the end of the fixed term. The key focus of this role (Key Responsibilities and Deliverables) is:

• To produce financial plans and budgets and maintain, monitor & report on allocated areas of responsibility within the Service
• Contribute to the financial management of the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service's revenue and capital budgets.
• Responsible for liaison with cost centre managers of all Directorates, internal and external auditors, contractors and suppliers of financial services members and other department
• To provide financial advice and information as required to Government Departments, external auditors and external bodies, partnerships, Fire Authority members and officers within the Service.
• To undertake monthly balance sheet reconciliations as directed.
  
  Competent in Microsoft Office Applications, accountancy systems and good written and oral communications
• Working to tight deadlines and prioritising workloads
• Setting and monitoring substantial revenue budgets and forecasts within a challenging financial environment
• Ability to translate complex policy issues into financial reality and explain to non-Finance staff.
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