Capital Accountant
Location: Forde House, TQ12 4XX
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 6+ Months
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £22.44 per hour
Job Ref: (phone number removed)

Job Responsibilities

Manage and train Accounting Technician.
Oversee and integrate accounting systems, including Payroll, for accurate reporting.
Prepare and manage budgets, including management accounts and Fees and Charges review.
Prepare final accounts and liaise with External Audit as per CIPFA Code of Practice.
Maintain Financial Management System and other departmental systems.
Provide financial information and advice to customers and corporate groups.
Manage capital accounting, capital program, leasing, and financing.
Set up and maintain operating and trading accounts.
Balance accounts, including salaries, bank reconciliation, and VAT.
Complete returns, claims, and bids.
Promote and maintain computerised financial systems and online information.
Maintain records and documentation, ensuring security and confidentiality.
Conduct value for money reviews and support related activities.
Ensure compliance with Financial Instructions.
Provide committee support and advice, including statutory reports.
Administer treasury management, Council mortgages, and insurance policies.

Person Specifications
Must Have

AAT qualification.
At least 2 years of experience in an accountancy/finance office post AAT qualification.
Experience in budget setting, monitoring, and forecasting.
Experience in closing accounts and producing annual Statement of Accounts as per CIPFA Code.
Understanding of relevant legislation and its effects.
Good communication skills for financial information to non-finance staff.
Ability to write clear financial reports.
IT skills for financial data extraction and reporting.
Supervisory skills and ability to work in a team.
Ability to organize and prioritize workloads to meet deadlines accurately.
Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
Proficiency in Excel.

Nice to Have

Professional Accountancy qualification.
Experience within the Local Government sector.
Knowledge of Local Government sector operations.

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