Chief Accountant

i-Jobs; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A government organization in Maidstone is looking for a Chief Accountant to oversee the Council's accounts. The role includes maintaining financial controls, advising on accounting rules, and handling year-end processes. The successful candidate must have a CCAB qualification and strong communication skills. This is a hybrid role with office attendance once a week.

Qualifications

• Must hold a CCAB qualification.
• Ability to work in a hybrid setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the creation of the Council's accounts.
• Act as the main expert on financial accounting rules.
• Maintain the financial control system with reconciliations.
• Manage relationships with External Auditors.
• Handle year-end capital and asset accounting processes.

Skills

Financial management

Communication

VAT knowledge

Education

CCAB qualification

Job description

Chief Accountant

Location: Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 6+ Months
Working Hours: Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £71.77 Per Hour
Job Ref: OR18145

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee the creation of the Council's accounts.
• Act as the main expert on financial accounting rules and advise the Council's finance officer.
• Maintain the Council's financial control system, ensuring regular reconciliations.
• Communicate and manage relationships with External Auditors.
• Handle year-end capital and asset accounting processes.
• Provide financial accounting advice to support decision-making and financial modeling.
• Complete VAT returns and offer corporate advice on VAT matters.
• Have overall responsibility for the Balance Sheet.
• Manage improvements in the Council's financial systems and reporting.

Person Specifications

Must Have

• CCAB qualification.
• Ability to work in a hybrid setting, with office attendance once a week and occasional evening meetings.

Nice to Have

• Experience in a similar role within a public sector organization.
• Strong communication skills for presenting to directors and councillors.

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