Treasury & Financial Strategy Accountant

Role Title: Treasury & Financial Strategy Accountant Type: Interim 3 to 6-month contract Day Rate: Competitive Hybrid: Onsite presence is a requirement Location: Leicestershire Sellick Partnership are working with a Local Authority in Leicestershire who are seeking an experienced Treasury & Financial Strategy Accountant to support the Council's treasury management and medium-term financial planning. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Financial Strategy and Treasury Manager, supporting the delivery of the Council's treasury activities, financial strategies and budget setting processes. The responsibilities of the Treasury & Financial Strategy Accountant will be: • Supporting the preparation of treasury management policies and strategies • Assisting with borrowing, investment and asset financing activities • Supporting day-to-day treasury management decisions in line with Council policy • Preparing financial forecasts and sensitivity analysis • Supporting the preparation of the General Fund Budget • Assisting with the development of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) • Ensuring treasury activities comply with relevant legislation and best practice The ideal candidate for the Treasury & Financial Strategy Accountant role will have: • Previous experience working within Local Government finance • Treasury management and financial strategy experience • Experience supporting budget setting and Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) • Knowledge of local authority treasury management principles • Strong analytical, financial modelling and forecasting skills • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities How to apply for the Treasury & Financial Strategy Accountant role: If you believe that you are well suited to this excellent opportunity of Treasury & Financial Strategy Accountant, please apply directly or contact Tim Farnsworth at Sellick Partnership Derby Office for more information. CVs will be screened and sent over to the client for shortlisting, with successful applicants being contacted to arrange interviews as soon as possible. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.