Deputy Chief Accountant

Morgan Law; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in the East Midlands is seeking a Deputy Chief Accountant. The role includes team management, operational oversight, and audit management, paying £600 per day for a duration of 6 months. Ideal for a professional looking to provide strategic impact and tackle financial issues.

Responsibilities

• Undertake some of the day to day management of the team.
• Support the day-to-day audit, freeing up the Chief Accountant.
• Take ownership of tackling and resolving historic financial and audit items.
• Serve as the day to day lead on the external audit.
• Undertake reviews and ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Provide stability and continuity by tackling existing issues.

Job description

Overview

I am currently recruiting for a Deputy Chief Accountant for a council based in the heart of England. The role is paying £600 p/day and will be for 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Team Management: Undertake some of the day to day management of the team, that while high performing will need some support during the next 6 months.
• Operational Oversight: Support the day-to-day audit, freeing up the Chief Accountant to focus on complex issues that need unpicking.
• Issue Resolution: Take ownership of tackling and resolving historic financial and other audit items
• Audit Management: Serve as the day to day lead on the external audit, under supervision of the Chief Accountant, preparing documentation and addressing audit inquiries.
• Balance Sheet Management: Undertake reviews and put in place quality reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Strategic Impact: This role is critical for providing stability and continuity. By tackling existing issues, you will free up our interim Chief Accountant to focus on strategic initiatives and complex, long-standing projects.

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