Finance Manager (Capital & Balance Sheet)

Belmont Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee capital and balance sheet responsibilities. This role involves ensuring compliance with accounting standards, producing statutory returns, and providing financial advice. The ideal candidate will have a CCAB qualification and experience in capital accounting, financial modelling, and tax. This temporary contract offers the potential for extension or a permanent position, making it an exciting opportunity for finance professionals looking to make a significant impact in a council setting.

Qualifications

• Qualified CCAB Accountant or equivalent relevant finance qualification.
• Experience leading capital and fixed asset accounting.

Responsibilities

• Produce timely and accurate revenue and capital accounting entries.
• Collaborate with Treasury & Pensions team for capital strategy development.

Skills

Capital Accounting

Financial Modelling

Taxation Knowledge

Statutory Returns

Education

CCAB Qualification

Relevant Finance Qualification

Job description

Job Opportunity: Finance Manager (Capital & Balance Sheet) - Bexley Council

Good Afternoon,

I am representing Bexley Council, which is offering an initial temporary contract for 3-6 months, with the possibility of extension or a permanent position for the right candidate. The rate is negotiable depending on experience.

Location: DA6 7AT

Role Overview

The Finance Manager (Capital & Balance Sheet) will be responsible for:

• Ensuring revenue and capital accounting entries underpinning the Statement of Accounts are produced timely, accurate, and compliant with relevant legislation and professional standards.
• Producing the Statement of Accounts, Group Accounts, and other statutory returns.
• Providing financial advice and handling statutory returns related to taxation and VAT.
• Supporting the development of the capital strategy as part of the medium-term financial strategy, including policy formulation across the Council.
• Producing high-level capital monitoring reports as per the timetable set by the Head of Strategy, Treasury, and Pensions.
• Collaborating with the Treasury & Pensions team to develop a Treasury Strategy aligned with the Council’s capital spending and cashflow forecasts.
• Delivering specialist accounting services with a broad understanding of accounting requirements and practical knowledge.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified CCAB Accountant or equivalent relevant finance qualification.
• Experience leading capital and fixed asset accounting.
• Experience in financial appraisals, modelling techniques, and developing business cases.

To discuss this opportunity further, please send your up-to-date CV and contact me at (phone number removed).

If this role is not suitable but you are seeking other opportunities, please send your CV, and I will review available roles.

Looking forward to speaking with you soon.