SEO Insolvent Estates Accountant

Government Recruitment Service; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Exeter seeks an individual for a role focused on financial data management and the production of statutory accounts. The successful candidate will handle data accuracy, conduct governance reviews, and ensure compliance with legislation. This position offers opportunities for professional development within an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial data management and governance.
• Understanding of legislation and treasury management.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial data for White Paper Account production.
• Conduct financial governance reviews to identify fraud risks.
• Lead key reconciliations of the account.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and directions.
• Collaborate to produce the Annual Report on time.

Job description

The Insolvency Service is a leading Government agency that provides essential services to the public and businesses. Our work is vital for the proper functioning of markets, the economy, and supporting thousands of individuals facing financial difficulties.

We value inclusive and diverse teams and encourage applications from everyone, including underrepresented groups. We aim to create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where everyone can bring their true selves to work. Our employee network groups include Carers Network, Disability & Health, FACES Network Group, Grass Roots, LGBT+, Mind Matters, No Limits, Part Time Workers, The Shed, and Women’s Network Group.

We offer flexible working arrangements, including full-time, part-time, and job share options. We emphasize capability, technical skills, experience, and lifelong development. Employees are encouraged to engage in activities beneficial to the agency or their communities through volunteering and our Engagement network.

The Insolvency Service is a great place to work, learn, and grow your career!

The ‘White Paper’ Account records receipts, payments, and fund balances from insolvencies and bankruptcies, with net funds distributed to creditors.

The role involves accurately producing this statutory account, maintaining reconciliations, and assurance processes. You will work with colleagues across the agency to ensure system data reflects operational activity and can be reported accurately.

You will collaborate with the resource accounts team, contributing to the agency’s Annual Report and Accounts, and work with the National Audit Office during external audits to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

1. Provide financial data from the case management system to support the White Paper Account production.
2. Conduct financial governance reviews to identify risks related to fraud and error, and implement process improvements.
3. Lead key reconciliations of the White Paper Account, understanding impacts on stakeholders, legislation, and treasury management.
4. Ensure the White Paper accounts are prepared in accordance with legislation and HM Treasury directions, supporting external audits.
5. Collaborate with the Financial Accounting team to produce the Annual Report and Accounts on time, addressing NAO Management Letter Points promptly.