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Lead Accountant for Child Maintenance Services
3 months ago
Position Overview
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is dedicated to fostering a positive work environment for all employees, promoting inclusivity and respect that mirrors the diverse community we serve.
We aim to unlock the potential of every individual who joins our team, offering various flexible working arrangements and support to facilitate a rewarding career at DWP.
We value diverse perspectives and experiences, which are essential to our success, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds who possess the necessary skills and experience for this role.
The Department administers a Child Maintenance Service (CMS) that assists separated parents in establishing family-based child maintenance agreements. When such arrangements are not feasible, we provide an effective service to ensure that separated parents contribute to their children's welfare.
This role is a prominent and demanding position within the Department’s Finance Group, responsible for leading the team that delivers accounting and financial services to the CMS.
The Client Fund Accounting Team (CFAT), comprising 15 full-time equivalents based in the North East, is tasked with maintaining financial oversight of child maintenance funds collected under statutory schemes managed by the CMS. This is accomplished through:
- Conducting regular reconciliation processes to ensure accurate recording of all transactions in the CMS Bank Accounts.
- Authorizing exceptional payments, including compensation and refunds, and addressing complex payment-related issues.
- Collaborating with system providers to ensure the proper functioning of systems and accurate transaction recording, as well as overseeing system modifications that affect accounting and banking records.
The team also generates internal management reports for relevant stakeholders and prepares the Annual Client Fund Accounts, which undergo independent auditing by the National Audit Office (NAO).
Commitment to Growth and Mobility
As part of the Places for Growth Programme, we are focused on creating a more geographically diverse Civil and Public Service that better serves the public and government officials.
We are continuously evaluating our recruitment strategies for each location.
Role Responsibilities
You will oversee the Client Fund Accounting Team (CFAT) to ensure and enhance the financial management of client funds handled by the Department in delivering the Child Maintenance Service.
Your specific responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring the effective operation of the Financial Investigations & Control, Bank Reconciliation, and Financial Reporting teams.
- Ensuring the timely submission of high-quality Client Funds Accounts in compliance with HM Treasury directives and accounting standards, including effective collaboration with the NAO during the audit process.
- Leading a review of:
- All team processes to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements through automation or data utilization.
- The client funds accounts systems and digital platforms to ensure they are modern and fit for purpose.
- The current two-account framework to identify opportunities for streamlining and optimizing account production.
- Building and maintaining relationships with partners within the Child Maintenance Service and internal stakeholders, including Analysts, Digital, Data, and Policy colleagues.
Essential Qualifications
Applicants must possess a full chartered level professional qualification from a UK-recognized accountancy body: CIMA, ICAEW, ACCA, CIPFA, ICAS, or Chartered Accountants Ireland. We also accept applications from candidates with an international chartered level qualification where a reciprocal agreement exists with ICAEW or where the ICAEW Pathways programme criteria are met. Your membership must be current and active. Please note that technician-level qualifications do not meet the qualification criteria.
Security Clearance
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a National Security Level check.
Hybrid Working Arrangement
This position may allow for hybrid working, where employees split their time between the DWP office and home. This arrangement is voluntary and non-contractual, with the office serving as the contractual workplace. The number of days eligible for remote work will primarily depend on business needs, with personal circumstances also considered.
Candidate Profile
Applicants should demonstrate the following essential criteria:
- Leadership Skills: Strong organizational and prioritization abilities, capable of managing multiple tasks effectively under pressure.
- Proven leadership skills, emphasizing team member development and efficient resource allocation.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage a diverse range of stakeholders and senior officials.
- A collaborative team player, able to work flexibly across various tasks.
Benefits
- Tailored learning and development opportunities.
- A flexible working environment.
- A culture that promotes inclusion and diversity.
- A competitive pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%.
