Chief Accountant

Chief Accountant Location: Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 71.77 Per Hour Job Ref: OR18145 Job Responsibilities Oversee the creation of the Council's accounts. Act as the main expert on financial accounting rules and advise the Council's finance officer. Maintain the Council's financial control system, ensuring regular reconciliations. Communicate and manage relationships with External Auditors. Handle year-end capital and asset accounting processes. Provide financial accounting advice to support decision-making and financial modeling. Complete VAT returns and offer corporate advice on VAT matters. Have overall responsibility for the Balance Sheet. Manage improvements in the Council's financial systems and reporting. Person Specifications Must Have CCAB qualification. Ability to work in a hybrid setting, with office attendance once a week and occasional evening meetings. Nice to Have Experience in a similar role within a public sector organization. Strong communication skills for presenting to directors and councillors. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability specific organizations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed