Senior Accountant - PO1, Up To £48,000
We are looking to recruit 2 Senior Accountants to join our finance team in Children's, Families and Education to help shape financial strategy, drive improvement, and ensure resources deliver the best possible outcomes for children and young people.
Senior Accountant - Schools Funding and Dedicated Schools Grant
Leading on the financial management of the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) and school funding across Portsmouth. In this key role, you will oversee the annual funding and budget-setting process for schools, colleges and early years providers, ensuring funding is allocated effectively and in line with national requirements. You'll provide expert financial analysis, monitor funding performance, identify risks and opportunities, support schools to achieve sustainable financial outcomes, and help deliver Department for Education funding reforms. Working closely with schools, senior leaders and external partners, you'll play a vital role in shaping education funding across the city.
Who is the person summary:
You will be a CCAB-qualified accountant with at least two years’ post-qualification experience and a strong understanding of local government finance. You'll have excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and present complex financial information clearly to a wide range of audiences, including senior leaders and non-financial stakeholders.
You'll be experienced in budget setting, financial monitoring, annual accounts, financial modelling and evaluating the financial implications of projects, programmes and service changes. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, along with the ability to influence, challenge and build effective working relationships.
Pay: Up to £48,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Accountant : 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: In person
