Capital Principal Accountant

South Kiscadale Source: WhatJobs

£50,269 – £53,460

£50,269 – £53,460 | Permanent | Predominantly Remote | South Coast

We are currently recruiting for an exciting Capital Principal Accountant opportunity with a local authority on the South Coast.

This is a senior finance position with a strong capital focus , offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant to take ownership of capital accounting, capital programme monitoring and financial strategy, while also providing high-level financial advice across the organisation.

The Role

As Capital Principal Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the Council’s financial strategy and ensuring effective management of its capital resources.

You will be responsible for:

Leading on capital accounting and capital programme monitoring
Reviewing and maintaining the capital strategy and programme
Providing detailed resources analysis and financial modelling
Leading option appraisal and business analysis for proposed new initiatives
Advising senior managers, Directors and elected Members on complex financial matters
Supporting financial planning, budget monitoring and reporting
Providing expert advice on accounting, financial controls and regulatory requirements
Driving improvements across financial systems, processes and procedures
Supporting the delivery of effective financial governance and audit compliance
Managing, mentoring and developing finance staff

The role also provides the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute to wider financial projects and strategic decision-making across the organisation.

About You

We’re looking for an experienced finance professional with a strong background in accountancy and, ideally, local government finance .

You will have strong experience across areas such as:

Capital accounting and capital programmes
Financial modelling and financial analysis
Budget monitoring and financial planning
Reconciliations and year-end reporting
Financial systems and controls
Providing financial advice to senior stakeholdersManaging or developing finance staff.

Knowledge of local authority accounting, including the relevant accounting framework and CIPFA guidance, would be highly advantageous. AAT or equivalent experience is essential, with a CCAB qualification desirable .

What’s on Offer?

Predominantly home-based working
Office attendance approximately once a quarter for finance team meetings
Opportunity to take a lead role in capital finance and strategy
The chance to influence financial planning, investment and service delivery within a forward-thinking local authority.

If you’re an experienced accountant with a strong interest in capital finance, capital programmes and strategic financial management , I’d be keen to hear from you.

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