Senior Accounting Officer - Children’s Care Services

A propos du poste

Join the Middlesbrough Council as a Senior Accounting Officer within our vital Children’s Care department. This is a unique opportunity to shape financial operations, influence strategic decision-making, and play a pivotal role in supporting one of the Council's most essential services dedicated to improving resident outcomes.

Missions principales

• Manage and oversee financial processes within the Children’s Care service to ensure operational efficiency.
• Provide high-level financial expertise to influence and support senior management decision-making.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial practices and service delivery.
• Monitor budgets and financial performance to ensure accountability and transparency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with service goals.

Profil recherché

• Proven experience in a senior accounting or financial management role.
• Ability to work within a complex organizational structure and influence stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on driving service improvements.
• A commitment to professional excellence and high-quality financial practices.
• Knowledge of local government finance is desirable but not essential.

Competences requises

• Advanced Financial Accounting & Reporting
• Budget Management & Forecasting
• Strategic Decision Support
• Stakeholder Management
• Analytical Problem Solving

Ce que nous offrons

• The chance to make a tangible positive impact on your local community.
• Exposure to senior-level decision-making and strategic leadership.
• Continuous learning opportunities and professional development support.
• A supportive, equitable, and inclusive working environment.