Finance Business Partner: Chief Technical Accountant (Financial)

We are recruiting for a Local Authority in the South-West that currently have a vacancy a Finance Business Partner: Chief Accountant. 

We are looking for a proactive individual experienced in Local Authority technical accounting, including annual close-down, external audit liaison, statutory returns, management of collection fund and rates budget processes.

The role will be responsible for providing comprehensive and innovative support to senior managers and councillors on a range of issues and will work collaboratively with services and staff across the finance function. 

The role holder will be an integral member of the finance management team and will draw on their specialist expertise identifying, developing and supporting opportunities and initiatives to improve and develop on the delivery of financial grip, control and governance across the council and contribute to strategic and operational developments.

This post will require provision of confident leadership and clear management to ensure the effective operational delivery of the service.

All applicants will need to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of technical accounting in a Local Authority.

What do I need to apply?
• Full CCAB (or equivalent qualification).
• Clear knowledge and experience of technical accounting in a local authority setting.
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards, the SORP and Code of Practice, funding requirements and opportunities. 
• Knowledge of Council Tax Collection Fund accounting, business rates and council tax budget setting processes. 
• Experience of leading and developing a team and excellent relationship management.

How to apply
To apply please submit your CV (no more than two sides) and a Supporting Statement (with a maximum of 1,000 words) which demonstrates by practical example how you meet the criteria outlined.