Senior Financial Accountant

Hertsmere Borough Council; Hertsmere; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Hertsmere is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to manage financial operations, oversee capital accounting, and lead a small team. The role requires a qualified CCAB accountant with strong financial expertise and local authority knowledge. This full-time permanent position offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing flexibility to work from home.

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in financial accounting.
• In-depth knowledge of Local Authority Finance.
• Solid understanding of IFRS and accounting regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the asset register and Capital Programme.
• Manage treasury activity and cash flows.
• Lead two direct reports in financial operations.

Skills

Financial accounting expertise

Knowledge of Local Authority Finance

Understanding of IFRS

Leadership skills

Education

Qualified accountant (CCAB)

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Financial Accountant to support the Chief Accountant on a wide range of technical financial matters. This is a senior role with responsibility for delivering the Council's Statement of Accounts, managing the Treasury Management function, overseeing capital accounting and returns, and leading on bank reconciliations and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the asset register and the Council's Capital Programme, from budget setting and monitoring to year-end accounting, ensuring full compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements.
• Manage treasury activity and cash flows, address emerging financial risks, maintain up-to-date procedures, and provide effective leadership to two direct reports.

Qualifications

You're seeking a qualified accountant (CCAB) with strong technical expertise in financial accounting, in-depth knowledge of Local Authority Finance and a solid understanding of IFRS and the Code of Practice on Local Authority Accounting in the UK. You'll have proven expertise in financial systems, legislation, and organisational financial management, along with an appreciation of the information and resource needs of senior managers and elected Members.

Job details

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a high-profile role with significant responsibility and the chance to make a real impact on the Council's financial operations. You will be part of a supportive and professional team committed to delivering high standards of financial management.

The post is offered on a full time, permanent basis (36 hours per week). The Council operates a hybrid working system where employees may work three days per week from home (depending on department requirements).

Closing date: Monday 13th October, 10am

Please note: We are only accepting direct applications. We kindly ask recruitment agencies not to contact us regarding this vacancy.

Salary

• £48,713 - £63,820 per year