Capital Accountant / Asset Lead

Hays is partnering with a local council to recruit a skilled Capital Accountant / Asset Lead. This role is ideal for a technical accountant with extensive experience in capital accounting and fixed assets. You will play a crucial role in supporting the council's year-end capital accounting processes and the implementation of IFRS16.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the year-end capital accounting processes.
• Manage both BAU (Business As Usual) capital accounting tasks and spearhead the implementation of a new lease software package in line with IFRS16.
• Provide technical expertise in capital accounting, fixed assets, and leases, including PFI leases.
• Supervise and manage a small team of capital accountants.

Requirements:

• Strong background in capital technical year-end accounting.
• Proven experience in capital accounting, fixed assets, and leases.
• Knowledge and experience with IFRS16 and PFI leases.
• Experience managing a team.
• Qualified accountant status.
• Preferably, experience working within a local council.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the local community and meet the above criteria, please send your updated CV.