Accountant (Redeployment 21551)

DescriptionSuffolk County CouncilAddress: Endeavour House Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid workingSalary: 34434 per annum (pro rata for part time)Hours: 37 hours per week - flexible working options availableContract:PermanentThis advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff onlyWere passionate about improving the future for our customers our communities and the environment. If you are too join us as an Accountant and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive lasting legacy. Reimagine the possibilities.Your role and responsibilitiesThis is an exciting opportunity to join us as an Accountant in the Financial Management Teams that provides key support to directorates to ensure they can deliver their financial responsibilities.In this role youll play a key part in ensuring the Council makes the best use of its resources by supporting effective budget management through accurate data input analysis and interpretation. Youll help translate complex financial information into clear accessible language for colleagues enabling informed decision-making across the organisation. Working closely with the finance team youll contribute to streamlining processes identifying efficiencies and maintaining robust financial controls. From preparing reconciliations and statutory accounts to developing and maintaining financial systems youll ensure data integrity and provide guidance to stakeholders on financial systems and reporting. Your work will directly support the Councils mission to use its limited resources wisely for the benefit of the people of Suffolk.This is an interesting and diverse role where you will liaise and support budget holders and business support staff in one of the councils directorates in all aspects of financial management as well as being an integral part of a supportive team within Finance.You will needto be AAT qualified or working towards CCAB (e.g. CIPFA CIMA ACCA) or evidence of equivalent knowledge and skillsexperience of working in Financegood communication skills and a positive attitudeProven ability to maintain accurate records interpret and reconcile financial information from multiple sources and systems and manipulate data to generate reporting information as well as high levels of literacy numeracy and IT skills.This role supports hybrid involves a balanced mix of working from home and the office to enable face to face collaboration with colleagues.You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.The teamWe are a diverse supportive and enthusiastic team who will offer help and guidance to get you settled in. This role will offer you the opportunity to get involved and take responsibility for a broad range of financial and accounting work providing you with stimulation and opportunities to broaden and deepen your experience and knowledge to enable you to develop your career further. Our structure chart demonstrates the wide range of senior jobs within the Finance Team giving potential opportunities for future career progression.Empowering EveryoneWere big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report.For more informationPlease contact Georgina Peck (she/her) or Michael Quinton (he/him)for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling:Georgina on or emailing orMichael on or emailing .How to applyStep 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.1. Tell us about a situation where you had to interpret and reconcile financial information from multiple sources. What steps did you take to ensure accuracy and completeness2. Describe your experience in providing financial advice and guidance to non-financial audiences. How did you ensure your message was clear and understood3. Describe a situation where you had to collaborate with colleagues or stakeholders to achieve a financial or organisational goal. How did you ensure effective teamworkStep 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailingor calling. If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.Closing date:11.30pm 9 December 2025.This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid Key Skills Internal Audit,Accounting Tally,General Ledger Accounting,External Audit,Microsoft Excel,PMP,Financial Accounting,Financial Analysis,Payroll,Financial Recouncilation,Financial statement,Accounting and Finance,ACCA,CPA,Financial Reporting Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1