Chief Technical Accountant
£600p/d Umbrella
Interim, 3 Months
Bristol (Hybrid)
Are you an experienced Accountant looking for the next challenge in your career? My client is looking for someone with Local Authority technical accounting experience. You will play a key role in the annual close-down, audit liaison, management of collection fund and statutory returns.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead on annual close-down and statutory returns
2. Liaise with external auditors
3. Manage the collection fund and rates budget processes
4. Provide support to senior stakeholders and work collaboratively across the finance function
5. Identify and develop initiatives to improve financial control and governance
6. Contribute to strategic and operational developments
7. Provide confident leadership to support effective operational delivery
Required Skills and Experience:
1. CCAB qualified or equivalent
2. Strong knowledge of technical accounting within a local authority
3. Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards, SORP and Code of Practice
4. Understanding of Council Tax Collection Fund accounting
5. Excellent leadership and relationship building skills
This is a fantastic opportunity to join this Bristol based local authority and help them with their annual close-down. Our client offers an inclusive environment and truly cares about its staff and those who they work with, working with respect and integrity in everything they do.
If you believe you have the necessary skills, ambition and experience for the Finance Business Partner role, please apply now, or contact Andrew Rose at Sellick Partnership. The closing date is Monday 14th April at 4:00 pm.
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