Job Description
Job Description
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a large public sector organisation in London for a Senior Technical Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will be a key figure in the closure of accounts process and leading work on the year-end accounts. The organisation are looking for a strong Closedown Accountant to take on this role and ensure all work is completed to an exceptional standard.
Key Responsibilities
1. Monitor accounts to trial balance level and assist the preparation of final accounts, including liaising with the external auditors as necessary.
2. Lead on the completion of the Whole of Government Accounts return which will involve the co-ordination of input from other officers so that it is completed and submitted before the deadline.
3. Review balance sheet requests and check and approve journals.
4. Assist with the planning of the closing of accounts timetable, guidance and training.
5. Provide advice, guidance and guidance on the closing of accounts processes and financial controls.
6. Deliver working papers, analysis and reconciliations to support Financial Statements.
Candidate Criteria
7. CCAB/CIMA Qualified Accountant or Equivalent
8. Experience of closedown accounting within a large public sector organisation
9. Experience of approving monthly journals and reviewing balance sheets
10. Experience of working to closing of accounts timetables and providing guidance and advice to team members
11. Great communication skills with the ability to work well on own initiative as well as part of a team.
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.