Year End Close Down Accountant

Spencer Clarke Group are looking for a Year End Close Down Accountantto work with our local authority client in Bury!
Contract – 3 – 6 months initial contract with the view to being extended to an ongoing basisSalary - £23.00 – 24.00 per hour – negotiable dependent on experienceAbout the role: To support the Head of Corporate Planning with the provision of strategic, financial, technical advice and support to the organisation.
Supports Head of Corporate Planning and the Chief Accountant in the timely preparation and production of the grouped accounts in accordance with all necessary statutory and other reporting arrangements.Support the delivery of core finance functions including budget and medium-term financial planning, managing the capital programme, bank and cash book processes, reconciliations, and regulatory reporting.Maintain oversight of the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and banking and cash management functions.Provides advice and support in relation to VAT Taxation & Pensions, Treasury Management, Statutory Accounts, Treasury Management and Collection Fund Accounts. About You: Accounting qualification – CCAB membership or part qualified and studying towards a CCAB qualificationUnderstanding of political context and local government operations -the laws and regulations applicable to local government and its jurisdiction. Experience of successful delivery of year end accounting requirements to produce statutory accounts with statutory timelines.Experience of successful delivery of MTFS, Capital programs, HRA budgets and a variety of complex technical activities. About us: We offer a £250 referral bonus – so please pass on any details to someone who you think may be interested!We supply to hundreds of councils across the UK!Nationwide Supplier to the NHS! If you are interested in this role, please contact Jenna @ Spencer Clarke Group – 0203 039 3555
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