Senior Accountant - Technical & Capital

Job Description
Technical and Capital Senior Accountant

Uttlesford District Council, Saffron Walden
£48,690 – £51,854 plus Local Government Pension Scheme and Hybrid Working

Hays are delighted to be exclusively supporting Uttlesford District Council in their search for a Technical and Capital Senior Accountant.

Located in the picturesque market town of Saffron Walden, Uttlesford District Council serves a vibrant community across rural Essex. The Council is responsible for delivering essential services including housing, planning, waste collection, and community development, while driving forward ambitious capital projects to support growth and sustainability.

As the Technical and Capital Senior Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in managing the Council's technical accounting requirements and overseeing its capital programme. This includes ensuring compliance with statutory accounting standards, supporting the production of the Statement of Accounts, and leading on capital financing strategies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and reviewing technical accounting reports and ensuring compliance with CIPFA Code of Practice.
• Managing the Council's capital programme, including monitoring expenditure and funding sources.
• Leading on year-end processes and ...