Financial Accountant - Tax

Are you an ambitious finance professional ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a motivated Financial Accountant to join our Finance team and play a key role in shaping high-quality financial management across the Council. As part of this role, you'll take ownership of our Tax function, ensuring these complex areas are managed with accuracy, insight, and robust financial control. Buckinghamshire Council is the backbone of making our county the best place to live, raise a family, work, and do business. As the second largest council by population, we deliver thousands of services to our community. Join our fast-paced Financial Accounting and Control team, managing net assets of over £2bn and gross income of over £1bn annually. Our numbers are big, and our ambitions are even bigger. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to a diverse range of technical accounting disciplines Treasury Management, Collection Fund, Taxation, External Audit, Capital Accounting, Fixed Assets, and more while working collaboratively across the organisation. With a clear career/linked grade pathway, this role is ideal for someone who wants to grow, develop, and make a meaningful impact.