Senior Programme Controls Officer - Sheffield, United Kingdom - South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority

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Sheffield, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) brings together the local authorities of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield and the private sector through the Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP).

These bodies together serve the communities and businesses of South Yorkshire. From transport to housing, from business growth to skills, the MCA has a great story to tell. We have ambitions to deliver economic growth and prosperity for people, businesses, and places across South Yorkshire.

We are seeking a Project Accountant with a proven track record in public sector project finance.

You will work closely with the Light Rail Programme Director on our ambitious programme to revitalise South Yorkshire's light rail system, in line with the Mayor's vision for public transport.

This includes the development of our extensive asset renewal programme and the transition of the currect operating franchise to an in-house, arms length operating model.

As our Project Accountant your responsibilities will be to control project financials on this and other key strategic projects, to support a culture of robust project financial governance.

You will already have experience in producing performance reports on the status of the projects against budget whilst advising operational stakeholders on any key variances.

Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team on a major change programme is highly desirable.

You will also support the forecasting process ensuring costs are duly captured, you will be a persuasive and credible communicator with well-developed negotiating and presentation skills.

In return, we offer a competitive salary, hybrid working, access to a local Government Pension Scheme and the chance to be part of an organisation where you can really make a difference.

Located in a vibrant city centre location, we are well-placed for transport links and encourage employees to take advantage of the active travel facilities we have such as bike storage and shower/changing facilities.

We believe in a healthy work/life balance.

How to apply

Applications no later than: 9:00am on Friday 13 January 2023

Interviews will take place:
Thursday 19 January 2023
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Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Salary:
£46,549.00-£49,590.00 per year

Benefits: