Principal Accountant

Essential Employment; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Accountant in Burton Upon Trent, offering £28.25ph. The role involves leading budget monitoring, preparing financial statements, and advising management. Candidates must have experience in financial management and the ability to supervise staff. Apply via CV submission.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in budget monitoring and reporting.
• Ability to provide financial advice and guidance.
• Knowledge of financial codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead revenue budget monitoring and reporting.
• Prepare Statement of Accounts according to standards.
• Manage staff and provide training on budget responsibilities.

Job description

Overview

Principal Accountant needed in Burton Upon Trent, £28.25ph – PAYE – 5275189

Responsibilities

• To lead the in-year revenue budget monitoring and reporting process in line with the established guidelines.
• To provide financial advice, guidance and innovative financial solutions in order that informed and timely decisions can be made by officers and members.
• To lead the preparation of the Statement of Accounts in accordance with the relevant standards and codes of practice and to ensure the integrity of the Client’s Balance Sheet.
• To maintain a detailed knowledge and understanding of financial codes of practice and regulations and to provide advice and guidance on their application and interpretation.
• Under guidelines established by the Chief Accountant, be responsible for the overall detailed preparation of the Medium Term Financial Strategy.
• To identify and lead on projects or initiatives in order to contribute to the continuous improvement and efficiency of the team.
• To ensure the accurate completion of various statutory and non-statutory returns in a timely manner.
• To provide financial advice and analysis in respect of any grant or discretionary funding applications received by the Client.
• Supervision, management and development of staff within Financial Management, as designated by the Chief Accountant.
• The provision of training, guidance and development to managers and team leaders in relation to their responsibilities as budget managers.

Role details

This is a full-time role on a temporary contract basis.

How to apply

Please apply on our website with your CV, or email your CV to [e-mail], quoting the reference number.

Employer information

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Pre-employment checks

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