Capital Accountant

Fox Morris Group Ltd; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Newton Abbot is seeking a Capital Accountant to oversee financial services, manage accounting systems, and prepare budgets. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial management, strong skills in budget preparation, and the ability to train staff. This position is crucial for maintaining accurate financial records and liaising with external audit teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management and reporting.
• Proven skills in managing accounting systems.
• Ability to train and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage and train the Accounting Technician.
• Integrate accounting systems for accurate reporting.
• Prepare budgets and management accounts.
• Prepare final accounts per CIPFA standards.
• Provide financial management information to clients.
• Maintain capital accounting program.

Skills

Financial management

Training and mentoring

Accounting systems integration

Budget preparation and control

Liaison with external audit

Job description

Overview

Capital Accountant – Teignbridge District Council. Fox Morris Group are working to recruit a Capital Accountant.

Purpose of the Role

Provide a complete financial service including responsibility for the sound and accurate recording and reporting of all financial matters relating to the Authority for the Committees/Services designated to the Accountant. To prepare and assist with the control of the relevant budgets, promote excellence in corporate financial systems and aid the professional development of the Accounting Technician.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Managing and training Accounting Technician.
• Managing, developing, overseeing change to and integration of accounting systems, including Payroll, to ensure accurate reporting of management accounts for all levels of internal and external customers.
• Preparing and assisting with control (including virements, coding checks etc.) of budgets including preparing of relevant management accounts for SLT/CMT/Committee and compiling the review of Fees and Charges.
• Preparing final accounts in accordance with the relevant CIPFA Code of Practice and including the necessary liaison with External Audit.
• Financial Management System Accounting and maintenance, including Business Management System control and other departmental systems and maintaining the Collection and General Fund, as appropriate.
• Providing financial management information and advice and other relevant liaison with customers including financial contributions to corporate groups.
• Capital accounting and maintaining the capital programme, leasing and financing as appropriate