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What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Strong experience in capital accounting, financial reporting, and budget management.

• Thorough understanding of CIPFA standards, IFRS, and the Prudential Code.

• Experience in collection fund accounting and year-end closure processes.

• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to advise and train stakeholders.

• A proactive approach to process improvement and financial governance.

• A relevant professional qualification (e.g., CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) is desirable.
  
  

What you'll get in return

In return, you will join a supportive and collaborative finance team within a council that values innovation, inclusion, and professional development. Woking Borough Council also offers:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

• Opportunities for training and career progression.

• A welcoming and inclusive workplace that values diversity and supports equal opportunities.

• A competitive salary and benefits package.

• 23 days + Bank Holidays, increasing to 28 after 5 years

• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays

• Flexi-time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month

• Two volunteering days per year in Woking

• Flexible and agile working arrangements

• Comprehensive learning and development programme

• Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres

• Interest-free season ticket loans

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses

• Confidential wellbeing and counselling support

• Subsidised gym membership
  
  

  What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.