Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | Remote Job
Posted On 22/04/2026
Job Information
Work Experience 4-5 years
Job Description
This is a remote position.
6 month contract role with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
* The Technical Accountant (Treasury and Capital) will support the Chief Accountant in delivering key financial services for Bromsgrove District Council and Redditch Borough Council.
* The role focuses on treasury management, capital accounting, cash-flow management, and the preparation of statutory accounts and financial returns.
* The postholder will also oversee fixed asset and grants registers, contribute to budget setting and financial planning, and supervise two Business Support Technician Apprentices.
* This is a 6-month contract (inside IR35), with the flexibility to be fully remote.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample)
* Support preparation of the Statement of Accounts, including outturn and variance analysis.
* Manage the Treasury Management function, including borrowing and investment activities.
* Prepare treasury budgets, accounts, and Prudential Indicators.
* Maintain and update daily cash-flow positions for both councils.
* Lead on capital accounting, including capital budgets and capital outturn reporting.
* Maintain Fixed Asset and Grants Registers accurately and in a timely manner.
* Complete financial and statistical returns for central government submission.
* Ensure ledger compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
* Assist in budget preparation and Medium-Term Financial Planning.
* Liaise with auditors, treasury advisors, brokers, and banking partners.
* Monitor financial risks and emerging issues, advising senior finance leadership.
* Supervise and support junior staff (apprentices).
* Ensure timely completion of reconciliations and financial controls.
* Provide financial advice to internal stakeholders across the organisation.
Skills/Experience
* Fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent CCAB)
* Strong experience in local authority accounting
* In-depth knowledge of treasury management and capital accounting
* Proven experience managing cash-flow and financial planning
* Experience of budget preparation and financial monitoring
* Knowledge of final accounts closedown processes (desirable)
* Experience completing financial/statistical returns
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
* Familiarity with Tech One (or similar financial systems) – desirable
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
* Excellent communication skills (able to explain financial matters to non‑finance stakeholders)
* Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Additional Information
* Location: Fully remote working available.
* Responsible for: 2 Business Support Technician Apprentices.
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