Strategic Chief Accountant – Local Government Finance Lead

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Trowbridge is seeking a Chief Accountant to lead its finance function and manage significant budgets. The role involves preparing the Statement of Accounts, providing strategic financial advice, and overseeing a team of finance professionals. Candidates must be CCAB qualified with experience in local government finance and excellent communication skills. The position requires a blend of technical knowledge and leadership abilities in a politically sensitive environment. Competitive hours are set at 37 per week.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior financial management experience required.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight statutory deadlines.
• Experience operating in politically sensitive environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of the Council’s annual Statement of Accounts.
• Provide strategic financial advice to support planning.
• Ensure financial data is accurate and compliant.

Skills

Professional accountancy qualification (CCAB)

Strong technical knowledge of financial accounting

Managing finance teams

Knowledge of local government finance

Leadership and communication skills

Education

Professional accountancy qualification (CCAB)

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

A local authority in Trowbridge is seeking a Chief Accountant to lead its finance function and manage significant budgets. The role involves preparing the Statement of Accounts, providing strategic financial advice, and overseeing a team of finance professionals. Candidates must be CCAB qualified with experience in local government finance and excellent communication skills. The position requires a blend of technical knowledge and leadership abilities in a politically sensitive environment. Competitive hours are set at 37 per week.