Chief Accountant

Start Date:

ASAP

Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Worcestershire for a Chief Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will be accountable for the Corporate and Business Support Team, leading on year-end processes and strategic/technical finance within dual authorities.

• Lead the preparation and delivery of both councils’ annual Statements of Accounts, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and statutory deadlines.
• Oversee treasury management, balance sheet control, the Fixed Asset Register, and the effective management of revenue and capital budgets
• Manage, develop and motivate the Technical Accounts, Systems and Reconciliations Teams, ensuring strong financial controls, accurate reporting and continuous service improvement.
• Work closely with external auditors, senior leadership and service managers to support budget monitoring, financial planning, capital programme delivery and compliance with financial regulations.

• Fully CCAB-qualified accountant with a five years’ post-qualification experience and a strong understanding of accounting principles and relevant financial reporting standards
• Proven experience producing Statement of Accounts, managing budgets and working within a complex financial environment, ideally within local government or the public sector.
• Demonstrable experience managing, mentoring and motivating staff, with the ability to lead teams and deliver results to challenging deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to think strategically, provide sound financial advice and collaborate effectively across different service areas.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

• Service Care Solutions also offers a referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive compensation for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.