Strategic Chief Accountant - Finance Transformation Leader

Tile Hill Executive Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Chief Accountant to lead financial management and provide technical accounting advice. You will oversee maintenance and closure of accounts, treasury management, and collaborate with senior officers and external auditors. The role demands strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate complex financial matters clearly. This is an exciting opportunity to impact the financial landscape of the region.

Qualifications

• Significant senior experience in large complex organisations.
• Ability to communicate complex financial matters to non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience liaising with external auditors.

Responsibilities

• Lead on maintenance and closure of accounts.
• Provide technical accounting advice to senior officers.
• Oversee treasury management and VAT advice.

Skills

Technical accounting skills

Leadership

Communication with stakeholders

Financial management

Team management

Education

Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Chief Accountant to lead financial management and provide technical accounting advice. You will oversee maintenance and closure of accounts, treasury management, and collaborate with senior officers and external auditors. The role demands strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate complex financial matters clearly. This is an exciting opportunity to impact the financial landscape of the region.