Senior Accountant Location: Somerset Contract: Temporary (3 months) Salary: £351.83 per day umbrella / £ 309.74 PAYE Inclusive / £276.38 PAYE Exclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Somerset for a Senior Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will be required to perform a range of advanced professional accounting activities, and provide financial advice and guidance, to support in delivering a comprehensive accounting and advisory service to budget holders, project managers and decision makers. Key Responsibilities Provide expert financial advice and guidance to senior leaders and stakeholders, ensuring informed decision-making on financial implications. Lead on the preparation and management of revenue and/or capital budgets, aligning financial planning with strategic objectives Monitor financial performance, identifying risks and variances, and working collaboratively to implement solutions Prepare statutory accounts and financial reports, including presenting to committees and governance bodies Review legislative changes and evaluate the impact on financial policies, guidelines and protocols.Candidate Criteria Fully qualified accountant Significant experience in budgeting, financial reporting, and financial analysis within a complex organisation Strong knowledge of public sector finance, legislation, and regulatory requirements Proven ability to influence, communicate, and build relationships with senior stakeholders If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who could be, please contact Rachel at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed