We urgently seek a Chief Accountant for a public sector client to manage the closure of the Accounts team ensuring the accounts and related notes are produced in line with the statutory deadline and act as the main liaison point between the clients and its external auditors.
The chief Accountant will manage Finance Managers who look after capital accounting, and the closedown timetable plus act as the interface between the closing team, the rest of finance and other clients' departments.
Specific responsibilities will include
Promotion, co-ordination and management of the Council's Corporate Closure of Accounts Programme, ensuring all tasks are completed on time.
As the Chief Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of our council and ensuring the effective delivery of our corporate plan and financial strategy.
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Chief Accountant to join a senior finance management team in Barnet.
Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a new challenge in local government?
The Accounting Team Leader will operate in the UK Shared Service Centre Department within the framework of the Company and Group accounting policies, procedures and internal controls.
Please note this role is currently offered on a 12m Fixed Term Contract basis.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure internal and external reporting deadlines are met on time and to the required level of quality.
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Barnet Council are looking for a Chief Accountant.
To manage the closure of Accounts team ensuring the accounts and related notes are produced in line with the statutory deadline and act as the main liaison point between the council and its external auditors.
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