Financial AccountantLocation: Salisbury or FarehamContract: Temporary (6 month initial) Rate: £600 - £650 Per Day Umbrella Start date: ASAP*Hybrid Working*Contact: .ukJob DescriptionService Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a Central Government Body in Salisbury or Fareham for a Financial Accountant. We are seeking a highly skilled professional to play a key role in financial reporting, VAT compliance, and audit coordination within a dynamic and high-profile environment. This role requires a qualified accountant (CIMA, ICAEW, ACCA, or CCAB) with a strong understanding of IFRS, FReM, and statutory accounts. If you have excellent technical expertise, a proactive approach, and the ability to manage competing priorities, we’d love to hear from you!Main responsibilities
* Generating and submitting quarterly VAT returns in line with MOD deadlines and HMRC requirements.
* Preparing statutory financial statements in compliance with FReM and IFRS.
* Acting as the main point of contact for external auditors, maintaining reconciliations and supporting interim and final audits.
* Maintaining the Assurance Framework, providing oversight of financial information, and guiding assurance activities across the function.
* Assisting finance and operational teams with accounting, policy, and VAT issues, while liaising with MOD Head Office and other relevant bodies.
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