Job Description

Job Introduction

At Oxfordshire County Council (OCC), we deliver essential services that make a real difference to the lives of our residents. Our Financial Services team plays a pivotal role in enabling the council to operate effectively, responsibly and sustainably. We provide strategic financial oversight, ensure robust governance and support the delivery of high-quality services across the organisation.

As part of our wider transformation programme, Financial Services is evolving to meet the demands of a modern public sector. We're streamlining processes, enhancing transparency and embedding a culture of continuous improvement. Whether it's budget planning, financial reporting or supporting service delivery teams, our work underpins the Council's ability to make informed decisions and deliver value for money.

Joining our team means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative environment where your expertise will help shape the future of financial management in local government.

As a service we're committed to recruiting on potential. The details below set out the specifics of the role we're recruiting for, and we want to encourage anyone with relevant experience to apply. Join OCC and be part of a forward-thinking team transforming financial management through innovation and technology.

Senior Systems Accountant

Permanent

54,495 - 57,864 per annum

Oxford (Hybrid)

Take the lead in configuring, integrating, and reporting on our finance systems, where strong financial controls and innovative use of technology are equally valued. As the senior accountant for key financial platforms, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring robust financial integrity and effective controls, while harnessing digital solutions to drive efficiency, enhance business activities, and deliver high-quality reporting. You'll advise on projects, champion best practice in compliance and system design, and drive improvements that both protect our finances and empower our teams with better business insights. If you're passionate about balancing rigorous control with digital transformation, this is your chance to help shape the future of financial management and service delivery across the council.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Take ownership of allocated financial systems and lead on configuration, integration and financial reporting capability, working closely with IT, Data and Service delivery colleagues to continuously enhance the product platform and address issues. You'll bring advanced knowledge and ensure everything runs smoothly. Provide financial system advise and supporting key change and transformation projects, working closely with different services to understand their needs and objectives, and support with delivering short term and medium-term benefits. Work closely with finance colleagues to ensure allocated finance systems support financial information and insight needs. Develop financial reports for budget monitoring, performance tracking, modelling, and data quality. Where required lead system changes to support enhanced reporting. Collaborate across Financial and Commercial Services to model and forecast, analyse comparative data, and draw evidence-based conclusions.

What You'll Bring

Professional Expertise:

CCAB or CIMA qualified, with significant post-qualification experience.

Extensive Knowledge:

Strong understanding of financial policy, practices, procedures, and relevant legislation, with the ability to interpret new regulations and adapt quickly to changes.

Great Communicator:

Able to explain complex financial information clearly to a wide range of audiences, including non-finance specialists - influencing, informing, and encouraging feedback along the way.

Data Expertise:

Experience working with large data sets and the ability to structure them effectively to support accurate reporting and deliver meaningful insights.


Before applying, we recommend reviewing the attached job description. It has further information and clear guidance on what we're looking for. Could this be you?

What You Can Look Forward To

At OCC, you'll be part of a team that's not only passionate about what we do, but also about how we do it. We foster a culture of inclusion, respect, and continuous improvement, and we're proud to offer flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a strong sense of purpose in everything we do.

Hybrid working -

typically 3-4 days per month in our Oxford office for team collaboration, with flexibility to suit your role and lifestyle

Culture of flexible working

Great learning and development

opportunities to support your growth

Technology to support agile working

Employee Assistance Programme

including health and wellbeing support

Generous annual leave -

30 days plus bank holidays, and an option to 'buy' additional holiday

Enhanced family friendly policies

Local Government Pension Scheme

- with employer contributions up to 19.9%

Discounts

- local and national offers for shopping and travel

Ready to Apply?

If you are interested in this role, please submit your application by

07 December 2025

. When applying, please upload a current CV along with a personal statement. Your statement should explain how your skills and experience match the role, referring to the key requirements in the job description. Shortlisting will take place week commencing

08 December

2025

. Interviews are expected to take place virtually on

16-17

December 2025

. Please note the interview dates listed and keep them free where possible, as we aim to stick to these timelines. For informal enquiries or further information about the role, please contact Clair Pollock, Head of Financial Systems and Support on clair.pollock@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:

Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to

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Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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