Job Overview
We are seeking a meticulous and responsible Accounts Assistant to support the Town Council's finance operations. The role involves handling accounting transactions, financial reporting, grant administration, and coordination across multiple finance systems to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Work in a team to support daily accounting and finance operations using Town Council financial systems, including front end receipts, temporary booking facilities and General Ledger.
- Prepare and coordinate payment processing, general ledger postings, and project or grant-related accounting.
- Assist with government grants claims, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to applicable guidelines.
- Assist in financial reporting by supporting timely account closures, running management accounts, prepare schedules, attend to tax matters and adhoc assignments.
- Provide administrative support as customer relations assistant to answer residents queries.
- The incumbent is expected to work closely with internal departments and external parties including auditors and government agencies to ensure smooth finance operations and compliance with policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Candidates should possess a diploma or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Prior experience in accounting or finance operations, particularly within the public sector or similar environments and has experience in handling full set of accounts , will be an advantage.
- The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, well‑organized, and able to manage multiple deadlines.
- Familiarity with accounting systems, strong coordination skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
