Strategic Chief Accountant & Balance Sheet Lead (Hybrid)

Raynet Recruitment; Bexleyheath; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Chief Accountant in Bexleyheath, England. This hybrid role involves managing the production of single and group accounts while ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Candidates should possess a CCAB qualification and have experience in managing financial teams. Responsibilities include liaising with external auditors, overseeing VAT returns, and improving financial reporting systems. Candidates must be prepared to attend the office once a week and participate in evening meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Expertise in managing financial accounts and adherence to regulations.
• Ability to manage and lead a finance team effectively.
• Experience in liaising with external auditors.

Responsibilities

• Manage the production of single entity and group accounts.
• Be the primary advisor on financial accounting regulations.
• Ensure timely completion of financial reconciliations.
• Liaise with external auditors at a senior level.
• Manage end-of-year capital accounting processes.
• Present financial matters to directors and councils.
• Provide financial advice to budget holders.
• Complete VAT returns and provide corporate VAT advice.
• Oversee the Balance Sheet.
• Lead system improvements for financial reporting.

Skills

Financial accounting expertise

Management skills

Strong communication skills

Education

CCAB qualification

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Chief Accountant in Bexleyheath, England. This hybrid role involves managing the production of single and group accounts while ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Candidates should possess a CCAB qualification and have experience in managing financial teams. Responsibilities include liaising with external auditors, overseeing VAT returns, and improving financial reporting systems. Candidates must be prepared to attend the office once a week and participate in evening meetings as needed.