Technical Accountant

Liverpool City Region Combined Authority; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is seeking a Technical Accountant to provide strategic and technical accounting services. This role involves maintaining high-quality financial management and statutory reporting, essential during a period of organizational change. Qualified candidates will have a CCAB qualification and relevant experience, contributing to the evolution of the finance service.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%

Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days, rising to 34 days after 5 years

Flexible and hybrid working options

Employee Assistance Programme access

Corporate discounts at council gyms

Bike to Work Scheme

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a Technical Accountant or in a similar role.
• Detailed understanding of relevant accounting standards.
• Strong IT skills in financial ledgers.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for technical accounting processes and closing accounts.
• Provide financial management service and advise on budget planning.
• Support closure of accounts process and prepare statutory statements.

Skills

Technical Acumen

Communication Skills

Financial Management

Education

CCAB Qualification

Job description

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• Employer: Liverpool City Region Combined Authority
• Location: No 1 Mann Island, Liverpool
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Flexible Hours/Full Time
• DBS Check: No
• Closing Date: 13/07/2025 at 23:59
• Reference: RES/25/317032
  
  
  

• Employer: Liverpool City Region Combined Authority
• Salary: £47,461 to £51,387
• Location: No 1 Mann Island, Liverpool
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Flexible Hours/Full Time
• Hours: 35 hours per day.
• DBS Check: No
• Closing Date: 13/07/2025 at 23:59
• Reference: RES/25/317032
  
  
  

About The Role

The Technical Accountant is a key member of the strategic and technical team delivering a comprehensive specialist accounting service, including treasury management, capital accounting, closure of accounts and financial management. For more information please contact [e-mail]

The opportunity

The Combined Authority is in the middle of a critical period of change and growth and we are looking to strengthen the Finance Service at such an exciting time, delivering the new emerging devolved financial management arrangements. As such we are looking for new team members to join us to help influence and shape the future of the service. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the development and opportunities that exist both now and in the future.



Main Responsibilities

• - To take responsibility for specific areas of technical accounting processes for LCRCA ensuring a high quality, reliable service is provided at all times
• -To provide relevant statutory financial information and to support co-ordination of all relevant external financial claims and returns, including RO, RA, WGA, CIPFA statistics and returns.
• -Support the provision of a comprehensive financial management service, including budget planning and reporting, advice on implications of service development proposals and statutory changes. Provide comprehensive financial advice to senior managers.
• -To act as a finance contact and representative on internal working groups across both organisations.
• -To provide financial training and advice as required.
• -To support the implementation of new ways of working aimed at improving the efficiency of the Finance function
• -To deputise for the Strategic Financial Manager - Technical in his/ her absence.
• -Lead, develop and enhance financial management procedures and financial systems used by Merseytravel and LCRCA.
• -Keep up to date with any legislative and accounting change including consultation and proposed changes in legislation. Maintain professional awareness and attend seminars, courses or training sessions as may be required from time to time.
• -To support the closure of accounts process and preparation of the Statement of Accounts in accordance with all prescribed accounting and legislative requirements, arrange for the proper audit of those statements for both Merseytravel and LCRCA.
• -To specify, maintain and develop necessary accounting, payments and receivables systems to support the effective operation of the section.
• -Due to the nature of the role the post holder will be expected to deliver on ad hoc tasks as requested and any other duties commensurate with the grade
  
  
  

About The Person

The successful candidate will be a CCAB qualified accountant with demonstrable experience in a similar role. They will have strong technical acumen with a detailed understanding of the applicability of relevant accounting standards and conventions and be confident in their use of information technology especially financial ledgers.

We are looking for ambitious, highly committed, skilled and proactive people with a focus on delivering an exceptional, high quality service which enables and informs organisational decision making.

If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply.

Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your personal statement of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your personal statement will be used for shortlisting.

• -A proven track record of closing revenue and capital accounts as part of month end and year end processes
• -A detailed knowledge of local authority finances
• -Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
  
  

About The Organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff Benefits

• -Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• -Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• -Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• -Flexible and hybrid working
• -24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• -Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• -Bike to Work Scheme
• -Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning
  
  
  

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all candidates who met the essential criteria in the job description and who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, CV applications will only be accepted alongside a completed personal and monitoring information online application form.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

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• Industries

  Government Administration, Government Relations Services, and Investment Management

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