Senior Financial Accountant – Public Sector Reporting

Randstad; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector financial services company in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant. This role involves leading the preparation of statutory financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of UK Local Authority Accounting and experience in managing teams. Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills are essential for this contract position.

Qualifications

• Expertise in UK Local Authority Accounting.
• Proven experience in statutory financial statements preparation.
• Experience in leading and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of statutory financial statements.
• Manage and submit annual Whole of Government Accounts.
• Provide technical accounting advice to the organisation.
• Establish relationships with external auditors.

Skills

UK Local Authority Accounting

Statutory Reporting

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Job description

A public sector financial services company in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant. This role involves leading the preparation of statutory financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of UK Local Authority Accounting and experience in managing teams. Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills are essential for this contract position.