Principal Accountant - Capital
Location: Devon
Contract: Temporary (10 month initial)
Rate: £300 Per Day Umbrella / £264.19 (PAYE Inc) / £235.74 (PAYE Exc)
Start date: ASAP
- Hybrid Working*
Contact:
Job Description
Service Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in Devon for a Principal Accountant (Capital). The main goal is to lead and manage a financial support service, focusing on developing and implementing capital accounting practices. This role will help ensure compliance with capital regulations, especially during the rollout of a new ERP system. You'll also be responsible for maintaining financial integrity within local authority standards and providing expert accounting advice to meet the organization's capital goals.
Main responsibilities
- Provide strategic financial management advice to optimise the use of corporate capital resources and achieve capital objectives.
- Support major strategic projects, including the implementation of a new ERP system, by offering capital management expertise.
- Advise on financial and capital aspects of procurement processes, including contract interpretation and business planning.
- Lead the development and enhancement of capital business processes, with a focus on monitoring S106 agreements and financial frameworks.
- Collaborate with senior management on strategic capital projects, offering guidance on financial modelling, forecasting, and service delivery models.
- Interpret and review financial and non-financial data, including grant funding agreements and developer agreements, to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
Candidate Requirements
- A professionally qualified accountant (CCAB) or equivalent experience.
- In-depth knowledge of capital accounting, including experience with the Prudential Code/MRP, capital budget preparation, and closing capital accounts.
- Proven experience advising senior management on capital issues, particularly in large-scale projects and financial management.
- Strong ability to manage small project teams, direct line management of staff, and support teams under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work in challenging partnerships, negotiate effectively, and influence senior decision-makers.
If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Miraj at Service Care Solutions on or email
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.