Chief Accountant

Panoramic Associates Limted; Remote; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council is seeking an Interim Chief Accountant for an initial 6-month contract. This role involves strengthening financial controls, delivering statutory requirements, and guiding the finance team through a period of change. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in a Chief Accountant role within local government and strong technical expertise in local authority accounting. Exceptional communication skills are essential for influencing and supporting the development of the finance team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chief Accountant within local government.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in similar roles.
• Strong technical expertise across local authority accounting areas.

Responsibilities

• Strengthening financial controls and delivering statutory requirements.
• Providing oversight for statutory accounts and balance sheet management.
• Supporting the development of the wider finance team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical Accounting Expertise

Job description

Panoramic Associates are currently working with a Local council in the South West who are seeking an Interim Chief Accountant on an initial 6-month contract.

As Interim Chief Accountant, you will play a critical role in strengthening financial controls, delivering statutory requirements, and supporting the development of the wider finance team. You will bring strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to operate in a changing environment.

You will work closely with senior finance leaders and provide expert oversight across:

• Statutory accounts
• HRA
• Collection fund
• Balance sheet management
• Wider strategic finance improvements and service development

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Chief Accountant within local government
• A minimum of 5 years experience in similar roles
• Strong technical expertise across local authority accounting areas
• Confident communicator who can influence, support, and guide a developing team

How to Apply

If you have the technical expertise and leadership qualities needed to support this council through a key period of change, please apply with your CV or contact me directly for an initial conversation.