What's involved with this role: Job Title: Capital Accountant Ref: Caerphilly 5270002 Pay rate: £23.70 per hour PAYE The role: We are looking to appoint, for our client, an experienced Capital Accountant who can come in and hit the ground running and who will be responsible for closing accounts and preparing statements. Key responsibilities: Provide revenue and accountancy services and capital accounting services Be responsible for the Treasury Management functions, including borrowing and investment Supervise the banking arrangements and the bank reconciliation function Supervise the administration of the Council’s Petty Cash Accounts Manage and supervise staff within the team Ensure daily Treasury Management activities follow the Treasury Management Strategy, including making daily investment decisions based on available cash flow. Ensure relevant holding accounts are reconciled and cleared in a proper and timely manner Undertake budget preparation, budget monitoring and year end accounts closure tasks in respect the Authority’s Capital accounts in accordance with agreed timetables Preparation of grant claims in relation to capital Provide financial advice and guidance to budget holders What the client is looking for: Accountancy qualification Strong knowledge of local government finance, relevant legislation, and Council Financial Regulations/Standing Orders Understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards, CIPFA Prudential Code, Treasury Management Code, and anti-money laundering legislation Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to communicate complex technical issues clearly at all levels Skilled in planning, meeting deadlines, assessing legislative and regulatory changes, and advising accordingly Experienced in staff management and possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills How to Apply: Quote the Job Title and Reference Number in your application. Submit your CV in Word format. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—early submission is recommended. If you do not hear from us within three working days, unfortunately your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion. Thank you for your interest in working with us. Please quote the Job Title & Vacancy Reference No. in your application, or we will be unable to match your CV to the role being applied for. "XI JE Please note that clients invariably ask us to strip out contact details from CVs before we submit them for consideration. This is always quicker and easier to do if you send your CV to us in Word format, rather than as a PDF please.