Principal Accountant

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Haringey Council who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for an Accountant this role will be based at: 2 days in office. Station Road, London, Greater London, N22 7TY,

The right candidate will:

• To assist the Chief Accountant and Deputy Chief Accountant with on the annual production of the Statement of Accounts.
• To maintain the integrity of the underpinning chart of accounts, balances and transactions to facilitate all aspects of statutory and management reporting.
• To lead on Collection Fund, Revenue Accounting, Chart of Accounts, Balance Sheet Management, VAT and ensure the efficient and timely completion of all completion of related Returns (statutory or otherwise).
• To ensure robust, accurate and compliant collection fund accounting and record keeping including being responsible for compiling working papers that satisfy audit requirements.
• To lead on annual closure of all revenue activities including the preparation of reconciling related general ledger accounts including reserves.
• Maintain oversight of the Council’s Balance Sheet to ensure that all balances are understood, can be supported, and represent real assets or liabilities.
• To lead on Grant accounting
• To lead on the completion of statutory and non-government returns eg. WGA, RO,
• To lead on strategic VAT issues & ensure that the council's financial processes are robust in line with changes in VAT legislation.
• Undertake Partial Exemption calculations annually.
• To ensure that finance colleagues and services are aware of the closure timetable and protocols to follow to ensure that the appropriate year-end adjustments are actioned.
• Prepare Collection Fund Statement at year-end.

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon,