System and Transaction Manager

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System and Transaction Manager overseeing finance operations at East Suffolk Council. Responsible for VAT accounting, financial reporting, and collaboration with internal and external teams.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeWoodbridge • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £54,495 - £58,809 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced technical knowledge in Local Authority accounting and VAT regulations, ensuring compliance with financial legislation while effectively managing operational processes and reporting. Collaborates with stakeholders to drive service delivery and improvements in financial systems.

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CCAB QualificationVAT Accounting ProcessesLocal Authority AccountingFinancial ReportingOperational Management

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Hard Skills

VAT RequirementsFinancial Legislation CompliancePerformance Data ProductionAccounting Process ImprovementFinancial System Project Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsSelf-AwarenessPolitical Awareness

Certifications & Qualifications

CCAB Qualification

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Systems and Transaction ManagementStatement of AccountsService DeliveryChange Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for the operational management of the Systems and Transaction (Payables & Receivables) teams.
Ensure the production of key performance data and delivery of timely reporting.
Lead and manage VAT accounting processes for the Council in line with HMRC guidelines.
Main point of contact for VAT related matters.
Contribute to the production of the Council’s Statement of Accounts.
Act as lead, representing the Council on key financial system project workstreams.
Collaborate with internal and external partners for change and improvement.
Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, financial legislation, and statutory requirements.
Deliver whole service in a professional manner.
Work in collaboration with colleagues to meet service delivery requirements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ideally CCAB qualified, although significant experience in a similar role with a desire to achieve qualifications will be considered.
Advanced technical knowledge and experience relating to systems and Local Authority accounting.
Experience in improving control and processes surrounding accounting.
Knowledge of VAT requirements, both regulations and accounting is essential.
Experience of successful operation delivery within a changing environment would be advantageous.
Ability to understand complex financial reporting issues.
Strong communication skills, self-awareness and political awareness in decision making.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 25 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays)
Local government pension scheme
Flexible working arrangements
Learning and development tailored to your role
A wide variety of staff support networks including access to health and wellbeing initiatives and programmes.
Discounts on mobile phones, computers, holiday and travel, fashion and clothing, health and beauty and many other products and services.