Senior Project Accountant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified accountant to join a financially stable and forward-thinking public sector organisation during a period of significant change and transformation.

We are seeking a finance professional with previous local authority or council experience, who can bring a strong understanding of public sector financial reporting, annual accounts and audit requirements.

This is a highly visible position offering exposure to strategic financial decision-making, major projects and organisational change initiatives.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality financial support across the organisation, with particular responsibility for annual accounts, audit liaison, budgeting, treasury management and capital accounting.

This is a highly visible position offering exposure to strategic financial decision-making, major projects and organisational change initiatives. 

This role would suit an ambitious accountant looking to broaden their experience within a complex and evolving environment while contributing to the development of a high-performing finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the preparation of annual financial statements and supporting working papers.
• Act as a key contact throughout the external audit process.
• Support the delivery of annual budgets, medium-term financial planning and forecasting.
• Oversee treasury management activities, including investments, cash flow and borrowing.
• Manage capital accounting and asset register requirements.
• Provide technical accounting expertise and advice to stakeholders across the organisation.
• Lead or support cross-functional projects and organisational initiatives.
• Mentor and support colleagues within the finance team.
• Deputise for senior finance leadership when required. [JD - Seven...ct Council | Word]

About You

We are keen to speak with commercially aware and technically strong finance professionals who possess:

Essential

• CCAB or CIMA qualification.
• Significant experience in financial accounting and reporting.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, financial planning and audit processes.
• Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet challenging deadlines.
• Leadership experience and a collaborative working style.

What's on Offer?

• Hybrid working arrangement.
• 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional leave linked to service.
• Extra Christmas closure day.
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Free parking.
• Employee discounts and salary sacrifice benefits.
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.