Here at the WMCA, we value talent and always seek to promote progression, and thanks to two successful promotions of our Senior Accounting Technicians, we now have two vacancies available within our finance team. These Senior AT roles are fundamentally the same role, but each has a slightly different focus, one on the transport element of our business and the other, core finance.
As Single Settlement comes in to play, it brings changes to the way we work and introduces new processes. As we explore this new terrain, this is a great opportunity for someone to come in and make their own stamp on one of these roles.
What will you be doing?
- Support Finance Business Partners in providing financial advice to Directors and Budget Holders.
- Provide high quality financial administration services within the Accounting Pool.
- Ensure that financial transactions are recorded accurately.
- Provide efficient month-end accounting activities in line with strict deadlines and WMCA Financial Regulations.
- Provide efficient and effective quarterly forecasting support.
- Contribute to the development of robust annual budget proposals and associated commentary.
- Represent the finance team at meetings with stakeholders and provide clear financial guidance.
- Work with external auditors to support the annual audit process.
About you.
- AAT qualified/ member
- Experienced in the management of financial resources
- Proven experience in providing financial advice and support to budget holders
- Excellent communication skills, supporting multi-disciplinary teams at all levels within a business
- Strong stakeholder management skills
- Knowledge and understanding of financial management issues
How to apply.
On clicking ‘apply for this job’, you will first be prompted to create an account. You will have the opportunity to upload a CV, which will be used to auto-populate your profile. Please note, we do not see your CV once you have applied. Our shortlisting decisions are based on what you tell us in your profile - and so it is important to format your profile so that it really stands out. Make sure to include your employment history and include any essential education and qualifications. You will be asked to provide a supporting statement. If you already have one that you have prepared earlier, you can simply copy and paste this into the application form.
Applicants will need to evidence that they have the legal right to work in the UK. If we make an offer of employment, we will need to check that you are eligible to work in the UK before you start work.
Salary and benefits.
We advertise salary ranges for job roles, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, where higher skill levels or experience are applicable, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a Local Government Pension Scheme, 28 days of paid annual leave, Cycle to Work Scheme, and discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers. For more details, please visit the benefits page on our careers site.
Location and working pattern – what you can expect.
The location for this role is 16 Summer Lane. It is expected that you can split your time between the office and working remotely, with at least 1 day a week spent in the office.
Creating an inclusive workplace.
West Midlands Combined Authority is dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace that reflects the communities of the West Midlands region. We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould.
We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying. If your values align with ours and you are dedicated to working towards a future we can all be proud of, we would love to hear from you.
About us.
Our vision is to create a better connected, more prosperous, fairer, greener, and healthier region. We aim to achieve this vision by living our values, which include being a partnership organisation, valuing and respecting our people, fostering a can-do attitude, and encouraging innovation. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as "Leaders in Diversity," and has been recognized as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, committed to interviewing all applicants with disabilities who meet the essential role criteria. WMCA believes that building a team with varied backgrounds and experiences will benefit us as an employer and enhance our work.
Reasonable adjustments.
If you have an accessibility requirement, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team (careers@wmca.org.uk). We are here to assist and accommodate your needs.
Thank you for considering joining our team at WMCA. We look forward to receiving your application and the opportunity to work together towards our shared goals.
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