Public Sector Chief Accountant (6-Month Hybrid)

Morgan Law; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in London is seeking a Chief Accountant for a 6-month hybrid position. This role involves managing the production of accounts, overseeing financial controls, and liaising with external auditors. The ideal candidate must have a CCAB qualification, significant experience in financial accounting, and strong relationship management skills. This position offers competitive daily pay rates and requires someone with expertise to provide financial advice and ensure compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in financial accounting and management.
• Ability to liaise with external auditors effectively.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage production of Council's Single entity and Group accounts.
• Serve as primary financial accounting regulations expert.
• Oversee financial controls and key reconciliations.
• Liaise with external auditors at a senior level.
• Manage end of year capital and asset accounting.
• Present financial matters to directors and councillors.
• Provide financial advice to budget holders.
• Complete VAT returns and provide corporate VAT advice.
• Oversee Balance Sheet management.
• Improve financial system reporting capabilities.

Skills

Financial accounting expertise

Relationship management

Budgeting and financial modelling

Education

CCAB qualification

Job description

A local authority in London is seeking a Chief Accountant for a 6-month hybrid position. This role involves managing the production of accounts, overseeing financial controls, and liaising with external auditors. The ideal candidate must have a CCAB qualification, significant experience in financial accounting, and strong relationship management skills. This position offers competitive daily pay rates and requires someone with expertise to provide financial advice and ensure compliance with regulations.