Deputy Chief Accountant

Hays; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Une ville au Royaume-Uni recherche un Deputy Chief Accountant pour renforcer son équipe financière. Ce poste clé implique la direction des services financiers, la gestion des comptes annuels et l'offre de conseils stratégiques aux leaders. Le candidat idéal aura une qualification CCAB et une solide compréhension des finances publiques.

Benefits

Régime de retraite généreux du gouvernement local

Arrangements de travail hybrides flexibles

Opportunités de développement professionnel

Culture d'équipe inclusive

Qualifications

• CCAB qualification avec expérience à un niveau senior.
• Compréhension forte des finances locales, TVA, et du code prudentiel.
• Capacité prouvée à analyser et présenter des données financières.

Responsibilities

• Diriger la livraison de services financiers techniques.
• Supporter la production des comptes annuels et gérer l'audit externe.
• Conseiller stratégiquement les leaders et les équipes.

Skills

Analyse complexe des données financières

Approche collaborative et solutions

Compréhension des finances de l'autorité locale

Education

CCAB qualification (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Hays are proud to be supporting a City Council who are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Deputy Chief Accountant to join its high-performing Finance Team.

This role would suit either fo the following:

1. A newly qualified CIPFA or ACCA accountant who is ready to step up in their career within Local Givernment Finance

2. An ACA newly qualfiied accountant from practice looking to make their first move (Public Sector Audit is a bonus)

Your New Role

As Deputy Chief Accountant, you will:

• Lead on the delivery of technical financial services including treasury management, VAT, and capital financing.
• Support the production of the annual Statement of Accounts and manage the external audit process.
• Provide strategic financial advice to senior leaders, cabinet members, and project teams.
• Contribute to the development of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy and Capital Strategy.
• Represent finance in corporate projects and system implementations.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• CCAB qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with senior-level experience.
• Strong understanding of local authority finance, VAT, and the Prudential Code.
• Proven ability to analyse complex financial data and present it clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience in treasury management, capital projects, and financial planning.
• A collaborative, innovative, and solutions-focused approach.

What You'll Get in Return

• A competitive salary and generous local government pension scheme.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• A supportive and inclusive team culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Apply NowIf you're ready to take the next step in your public sector finance career, we want to hear from you.To apply or find out more, contact Luke Grant-Maw or click the link to submit your CV.

Hays are proud to be supporting a City Council who are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Deputy Chief Accountant to join its high-performing Finance Team.

This role would suit either fo the following:

1. A newly qualified CIPFA or ACCA accountant who is ready to step up in their career within Local Givernment Finance

2. An ACA newly qualfiied accountant from practice looking to make their first move (Public Sector Audit is a bonus)

Your New Role

As Deputy Chief Accountant, you will:

• Lead on the delivery of technical financial services including treasury management, VAT, and capital financing.
• Support the production of the annual Statement of Accounts and manage the external audit process.
• Provide strategic financial advice to senior leaders, cabinet members, and project teams.
• Contribute to the development of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy and Capital Strategy.
• Represent finance in corporate projects and system implementations.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• CCAB qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with senior-level experience.
• Strong understanding of local authority finance, VAT, and the Prudential Code.
• Proven ability to analyse complex financial data and present it clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience in treasury management, capital projects, and financial planning.
• A collaborative, innovative, and solutions-focused approach.

What You'll Get in Return

• A competitive salary and generous local government pension scheme.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• A supportive and inclusive team culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Apply NowIf you're ready to take the next step in your public sector finance career, we want to hear from you.To apply or find out more, contact Luke Grant-Maw or click the link to submit your CV.

Desired Skills and Experience

CCAB qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with senior-level experience.
Strong understanding of local authority finance, VAT, and the Prudential Code.
Proven ability to analyse complex financial data and present it clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
Experience in treasury management, capital projects, and financial planning.
A collaborative, innovative, and solutions-focused approach.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Public Relations

• Industries

  Government Administration

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