Chief Accountant
Location: Bristol
Contract: Temporary (3 months)
Rate: £500-£550 Per Day Umbrella
Start date: ASAP
*Hybrid Working*
Contact: (url removed)
Job Description
Service Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in Bristol for a Chief Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional to play a key role in delivering expert financial advice, managing budgets, and ensuring strong financial governance. If you have experience in financial management, budgeting, and team leadership within a local authority setting, we’d love to hear from you!
Main responsibilities
Lead on Local Authority technical accounting processes, including annual close-down of accounts, preparation of statutory returns, and liaising with external auditors to ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, SORP, Code of Practice).
Oversee the management of the Collection Fund, including Council Tax and Business Rates, and support accurate and effective budget setting processes for these income streams.
Provide innovative and comprehensive financial advice to senior managers and councillors, contributing to both strategic planning and operational decision-making across the council.
Provide clear leadership to the finance team, supporting professional development and ensuring the effective delivery of services through strong management and collaboration.
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