Temp Chief Accountant, Local Government Finance Lead

Service Care Solutions; Cotswold District; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 111,000; Part time

Job summary

Service Care Solutions is recruiting a Chief Accountant for a temporary 6-month assignment in Worcestershire. The postholder will oversee the Corporate and Business Support Team, lead year-end processes and strategic/technical finance across dual authorities.

Requirements include CCAB qualification with 5+ years PQE, strong accounting principles, and proven experience in producing Statements of Accounts and managing complex budgets. Driving licence required.

Qualifications

• Fully CCAB-qualified accountant with 5 years’ post-qualification experience and strong accounting principles.
• Experience producing Statement of Accounts, managing budgets and reporting requirements.
• Ability to lead teams and deliver results to deadlines.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and delivery of both councils’ annual Statements of Accounts, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and deadlines.
• Oversee treasury management, balance sheet control, Fixed Asset Register, and revenue/capital budgets.
• Develop and motivate Technical Accounts, Systems and Reconciliations Teams; ensure strong financial controls and reporting.
• Collaborate with external auditors, senior leadership and service managers to support budgeting, planning and compliance.

Job description

Service Care Solutions is recruiting a Chief Accountant for a temporary 6-month assignment in Worcestershire. The postholder will oversee the Corporate and Business Support Team, lead year-end processes and strategic/technical finance across dual authorities.

Requirements include CCAB qualification with 5+ years PQE, strong accounting principles, and proven experience in producing Statements of Accounts and managing complex budgets. Driving licence required.