The successful candidates will have:

1) Posession of an up to date knowledge of accounting requirements. 2) Sound communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain financial information to non-financial managers. 3) The ability to work accurately under pressure, and to tight deadlines. 4) Good inter-personal skills 5) An awareness of working in the public sector and having a sensitivity to the political context. 6) Experience of working effectively with finance staff and senior managers. 7) Experience in advising on budget preparation and budget monitoring. 8) Experience in the use of computer systems including Microsoft Office. 9) AAT or similar qualification or 2 years relevant experience 10) An ability to work on own initiative and willingness to work as part of a team.