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Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council
Assistant Accountant / Accountant (Property Services)
Salary:
- Band E: £39,481 – £45,529 pro rata per annum
- Band F: £46,579 – £53,051 pro rata. Salary on appointment dependent on experience
Hours:
- 22.5 hours per week
Location:
- Council House, Solihull
We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time Assistant Accountant / Accountant supporting Corporate Property Services at Solihull Council.
This is a varied role where you will combine financial management responsibilities across a diverse Property Services function. Working closely with the Property Services Management Team, you will provide financial insight and support to help inform strategic and operational decision-making. You will also work collaboratively with technical and operational colleagues to ensure resources are managed effectively, support service delivery and drive value for money across the service.
You will play a key role throughout the full financial cycle, including budget setting, forecasting, financial monitoring and the production of final accounts, while providing professional advice and analysis to support decision making.
The post offers a development pathway from Band E to Band F, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who is either part-qualified and studying towards a professional qualification or a qualified accountant looking to develop their business partnering experience in a high-profile service area.
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You will be:
- Supporting budget setting, forecasting, financial monitoring and the production of final accounts for Corporate Property Services.
- Providing financial support to Property Services management team, helping them understand budgets, costs and financial performance.
- Working closely with Technical and Operational staff to support effective financial decision-making.
- Producing meaningful financial reports, forecasts and analysis to support service delivery and long-term planning.
- Developing business cases and financial models to inform investment and service improvement decision.
- Supporting the management of income due to the services from external agreements, invoicing and financial information within the CAFM system and other corporate systems.
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes, deliver efficiencies and maximise value for money across the service.
At Band F level:
- Lead the financial process including budget setting, forecasting and final accounts for Property Services.
- Provide financial information and analysis to Property Services Operational Boards.
- Drive improvements to financial planning, monitoring and reporting processes.
- Work with the management team across Property Services to identify solutions to financial pressures and deliver efficiencies.
Qualifications (depending on level):
- Band E: Part-qualified and actively progressing towards a professional accounting qualification (CCAB or CIMA), including recent completion of at least one examination, module or formal assessment, and a clear commitment to achieving the full qualification.
- Band F: Fully qualified accountant (CCAB or CIMA)
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In return we can offer a varied role in a friendly team, and support to progress with your studies and the next step of your career.
We also offer:
- Flexible working, including flexi leave and agile working arrangements
- The opportunity to buy up to 10 days additional leave per year
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24 hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee benefits including a staff discount card
You will be based at Solihull Council House on a hybrid basis.
To apply, please click on the link below. If you have a specific question or require further information regarding this post, please contact Gabrielle Marshall gabrielle.marshall@solihull.gov.uk
Interview Date:
- Tuesday 6th or Wednesday 7th October 2026
This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.
Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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- JDPS Band EF Assistant Accountant PST new format V1.docx
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