Public Sector Statutory Reporting Lead (Contract)

Randstad Finance; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment firm in the UK seeks an experienced Financial Accountant. You will ensure compliance and accuracy in the preparation of statutory financial statements and group accounts. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of UK Local Authority Accounting, proven statutory reporting experience, and strong leadership skills to manage a team. This is a contract position with key responsibilities including managing annual audits and liaising with external auditors. Join us to play a crucial role in public sector finance.

Qualifications

• Deep practical knowledge of the Code of Practice on Local Authority Accounting.
• Proven experience in complex statutory financial statements.
• Experience in managing and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of annual statutory financial statements.
• Manage submission of Whole of Government Accounts.
• Establish relationships with external auditors for smooth audits.
• Provide financial accounting training to finance and non-finance teams.

Skills

UK Local Authority Accounting expertise

Statutory reporting

Leadership and people management

Stakeholder management

Job description

A leading finance recruitment firm in the UK seeks an experienced Financial Accountant. You will ensure compliance and accuracy in the preparation of statutory financial statements and group accounts. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of UK Local Authority Accounting, proven statutory reporting experience, and strong leadership skills to manage a team. This is a contract position with key responsibilities including managing annual audits and liaising with external auditors. Join us to play a crucial role in public sector finance.