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Data Architect Thurrock RM17 6SL Analysis and synthesis of data: You will apply basic techniques for the analysis of data from a variety of internal and external sources and synthesise your findings. Your analysis will support both service improvement and wider strategy development, policy, and service design work across the organisation. You will effectively involve a variety of data professionals and domain experts in this analysis and synthesis and will present clear findings that colleagues can understand and use. Communication: You will communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders in a variety of roles. You will build strong collaborative relationships with colleagues from front line to senior leadership and host discussions that help define needs, generate new insights, improve data literacy, and promote data culture. You will be an advocate for the team and can manage differing perspectives and potentially difficult dynamics. Data management: You will understand data governance and how it works in relation to other organisational governance structures and will be a proactive participant in and promoter of Thurrock's data governance practices. You will use your experience to manage data, ensuring adherence to standards and maintaining data dictionaries. You will effectively manage risk to privacy in adherence to national legislation and local practices. Data modelling, cleansing and enrichment: You will be able to either produce or maintain data models and understand where to use different types of data models, developing Thurrock's business intelligence architecture in collaboration with our Data Engineers and Data Architects. You will also have some understanding in reverse-engineer a data models from live systems. You will have understanding of different tools and industry-recognised data-modelling patterns and standards, comparing different data models, communicating data structures using documentation such as schema diagrams. Data quality assurance, validation and linkage: You will identify appropriate ways to collect, collate and prepare data as set by the Data Architecture team and Data Engineers. This will involve informing the design of front end system and surveys to ensure enhanced user experience and data quality. You will make judgements as to whether data are accurate and fit for purpose and will support services in maintaining good data quality through the development of data quality auditing systems. You will define and implement batch cleansing processes where appropriate with limited guidance. Data visualisation: You will use the most appropriate medium to visualise data to tell compelling stories that are relevant to business goals and can be acted upon. Your work will take advantage of a wide variety of data visualisation tools and methodologies, presenting complex information in a way that is engaging, useful and readily intelligible to a range of audiences such as front line staff, managers, and senior leadership. You will present, communicate, and disseminate data appropriately and with influence in settings ranging from operational meetings to high profile strategic partnerships. IT and mathematics: You will apply your knowledge and experience of IT and mathematical skills, including tools and techniques. You can adopt those most appropriate for the environment and always work in a manner that is sensitive to information security. You will use your experience of using a variety of tools such as MS Excel, Qlik, SQL, R, Python, QGIS, Tableau. Logical and creative thinking: You will respond effectively to problems in databases, data processes, data products and services as they occur. You will initiate actions, monitor services, and identify trends to resolve problems.

Job Title: Chief Accountant Team: Finance & Technical Accounting Responsible for: This role has overall responsibility for managing staff up to 10 FTE Main purpose of the job: To manage the production of the Council's Single entity and Group accounts. To be the primary expert on financial accounting regulations and be the primary advisor on this subject matter to the Council' s statutory section 151 Officer. To hold the day-to-day responsibility for the Council's system of financial controls, ensuring that all key reconciliations are produced monthly, quarterly or yearly depending on their importance and the regularity. To regularly liaise and manage relationships with the External Auditors at a senior level. To manage the end of year capital and asset accounting processes. To manage the financial accounting function and present to directors and councillors on the matter, where appropriate. To ensure that the team provide specialist financial accounting advice to budget holders and officers in other parts of Finance to support decision-making and financial modelling of major business cases. To manage the completion of VAT returns and corporate advice on VAT issues To have overarching responsibility for the Balance Sheet. To manage system improvements in the Council's core financial systems and improve reporting capabilities, as the day-to-day system owner. CCAB qualification required. This is a hybrid role and the postholder will be required to come to the office once per week plus attendance at evening meetings as required.

Head of Payroll & Pensions Education A relevant degree or professional payroll or pensions qualification (e.g., MCIPPdip) or equivalent qualifying experience or at least 10 years of experience in managing payroll and pensions Sector Experience Local Authority Only Salary : 79,629.00 Start : 02/03/2026 Location : SE6 4RU Hybride: Minimum of 2 days a week in the office Main Purpose of the job: As a member of the Finance Leadership team you will contribute to the overall leadership and management of the Finance function by taking leadership of the payroll and pensions service. Setting the direction, developing and managing an efficient, effective and responsive payroll and pensions administration service. Fostering a skilled, customer-focused, and high-performing environment which seeks to innovate and improve. To ensure the data integrity of the Payroll Oracle Cloud system and the Altair pension system, including the legacy system and archived data required to be accessed and retained under LGPS legislation. To ensure that changes to regulations are reflected in system updates to validate system integrity. Exercise controls to prevent losses of resources and data from fraud or error. To serve as the principal expert on all payroll and pension related matters, offering advice and support to senior management and stakeholders on payroll and pension issues and identifying the impact and implications of national imperatives and legislation developments. To be the subject matter expert on the complex legislative framework governing pension administration, including LGPS Regulations 2013, Transitional Regulations 2014, Pensions Acts 2004 and 2011, Public Services Pensions Act 2013 and Data Protection Act 2018. Be the strategic lead on the engagement and management of the external LGPS Fund Actuaries, including the contract management and re-procurements as required. To include all necessary work required for the tri-ennial valuation process. Essential Experience -Evidence of a strong intellectual grasp of local government policy especially in relation to statutory Payroll and Pensions Administration and accounting - Knowledge of relevant Local Government Accounting regulations and codes of practice - Detailed understanding of audit requirements and programmes. - Understanding of implementing and operating electronic payroll and accounting systems -Demonstrates an understanding of current challenges and opportunities in local government -A thorough understanding of Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) regulations and administration

Accounts Payable Officer 4 days remote , 1 day office after full training completed. Working hours are 35 per week Job description You will work on LCC's finance system (SAP) to process purchase order invoices and non-order payments accurately to strict deadlines. Supporting the P2P process by proactively identify and resolving statement reconciliation issues and queries whilst building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, both internal and externally. Utilising and interrogate reports and workflows. To champion customer service by providing a customer focused, business friendly service. Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of all payments, including, but not limited to, invoices, credits, certificates, non-order payments, consolidated uploads, staff expenses, emergency UK and foreign payments in accordance with established procedures, CSOs and Financial regulations Assess and apply the correct application of VAT and CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) deductions Be responsible for the use of duplicate/erroneous payment software to identify and prevent incorrect payments and to then make necessary amendments to the financial database. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the importance of preparation and checking of documentation prior to processing. Develop and maintain strong positive relationships with vendors, reconciling statements, addressing queries and discrepancies promptly. To work effectively and cooperatively with stakeholders across the organisation daily when chasing goods receipt notes and approvals. Promotes best practice in accordance with financial regs and procurement standing orders (CSO's) by supporting and educating colleagues on correct P2P processes. Ability to handle confidential and/or sensitive information with appropriate discretion Update daily and maintain electronic systems, including IT systems, spreadsheets, databases and to produce required outputs e.g., reports To undertake administrative duties as required including telephone calls, mail administration using both manual and computerised systems Pursuance of debts as required Supervision and Management Responsibility: QUALIFICATION Desirable Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) or other business-related qualification Comprehensive understanding and up-to-date training/knowledge of anti-fraud practices to safeguard the Authority against fraudulent activities Understanding of CIS (construction industry scheme) & IR35 regulations Proven experience of working in an accounts payable or similar financial role Previous data entry experience within a financial environment (preferred SAP knowledge). Good understanding of the HMRC VAT, IR35 and CIS regulations