Service Care Solutions are working alongside a local authority Warwick who are looking for a Capital Accountant to join their team on temporary basis.
Location: Warwick
Rate: £500-£600 per day (umbrella) (based on qualifications, experience and interview performance)
Hours: 36 per week
Contract: 6 months ongoing.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Budget Preparation & Monitoring:
o Manage processes for preparing, reporting, and monitoring the Council's budgets, ensuring compliance with legislation and financial constraints.
2. Final Accounts Production:
o Oversee the preparation of Final Accounts, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and deadlines. Advise on changes to accounting standards.
3. Statements of Accounts:
o Produce and enhance the Statements of Accounts, ensuring audit standards are met for external audits and achieving an unqualified audit opinion.
4. System Development:
o Lead the development and improvement of accounting systems to enhance financial management and services.
5. External Liaison:
o Act as the key contact for Central Government, auditors, and suppliers. Contribute to Accountancy Services management and team plans.
6. Financial Advice:
o Provide financial advice to senior officers and Members, attending meetings to assess the financial impact of proposals.
7. Statutory Returns & Grant Claims:
o Ensure accurate completion of statutory returns and grant claims within deadlines.
Skills & Qualifications:
* Professional accounting qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
* Experience in local government finance, budget preparation, and statutory reporting.
* Strong leadership and communication skills.
If you are interested in the role, or know anyone who may be, please contact Marc at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969.
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