Deputy Chief Account (MM2)

Who You Are

We are looking for an exceptional financial accountant with in-depth technical accounting skills and experience in local government, including closure of accounts and external audit experience. The ideal candidate will have experience at the Chief Accountant level within a local authority, with a technical accounting background and experience in similar roles. A full CCAB or CIMA accountancy qualification is required.

What the Job Involves

The Deputy Chief Accountant is a key finance role within the Council, responsible for leading and advising on the preparation of the Council’s annual Financial Statements in accordance with relevant accounting codes of practice and statutory requirements. The role involves overseeing all aspects of financial accounting and controls in accordance with best practices, managing the external audit of the Council's annual accounts, and advising senior management and councillors on technical accounting impacts. The Deputy Chief Accountant is a core member of the Finance management team and actively contributes to continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives in service delivery and controls.

Skills

• A full CCAB or CIMA accountancy qualification
• Relevant experience in leading the annual closure of accounts process
• Production of annual Statement of Accounts within local government
• Excellent knowledge of local authority accounting legislation, standards, and requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced IT skills, particularly in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Experience with integrated financial systems in a large organization