Strategic Finance Manager, Capital & Balance Sheet

5 Star Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee capital and revenue accounting within a local authority in Greater London. This role demands expertise in producing Statements of Accounts and statutory returns, along with technical accounting advice. Candidates should be qualified CCAB accountants with strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Experience in local government finance is preferred. This position offers opportunities for professional development and significant responsibilities within the finance department.

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of accounting requirements for capital and revenue expenditure.
• Sound knowledge of local government finance framework.
• Experience producing year-end accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage production of the Statement of Accounts and related statutory returns.
• Provide technical accounting advice to management.
• Ensure compliance with statutory accounting requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of accounting requirements

Budgetary experience

Good interpersonal skills

Experience in financial appraisals

Leadership experience

Education

Qualified CCAB Accountant or Equivalent Relevant Finance Qualification

Job description

A financial recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee capital and revenue accounting within a local authority in Greater London. This role demands expertise in producing Statements of Accounts and statutory returns, along with technical accounting advice. Candidates should be qualified CCAB accountants with strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Experience in local government finance is preferred. This position offers opportunities for professional development and significant responsibilities within the finance department.