Principal Accountant. A local authority is looking to appoint an experienced Principal Accountant to deliver a comprehensive financial management and accountancy service across the organisation.
Key responsibilities
* Leading and supporting budget monitoring and forecasting processes
* Assisting with the annual budget and Medium-Term Financial Strategy
* Producing and supporting year-end accounts and statutory returns
* Liaising with internal and external auditors
* Providing financial guidance on projects, initiatives and service planning
* Supporting committee reports and financial compliance
* Supervising and supporting finance team staff
* Bank administration, BACS and payment responsibilities
Essential Requirements
* CCAB qualified accountant
* Strong accountancy and financial management background
* Experience in budgeting, forecasting and annual accounts
* Ability to interpret complex financial legislation and explain financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
* Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
Desirable
* Local government finance experience
* CIPFA qualification
* Experience with capital accounting, treasury management, VAT, payroll or council tax/business rates
Working hours
* Monday to Thursday - 8:30am to 5:00pm
* Friday - 8:30am to 4:45pm
This role is fully office based initially, with hybrid working potentially considered in the future for the right candidate.
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