Senior Technical Accountant
Location: London
Contract: Temporary (3-months initial)
Rate: £400 - 450 per day umbrella
Start Date: ASAP
*Mostly Remote*
Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Job Description
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a large public sector organisation in London for a Senior Technical Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will be a key figure in the closure of accounts process and leading work on the year-end accounts. The organisation are looking for a strong Closedown Accountant to take on this role and ensure all work is completed to an exceptional standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor accounts to trial balance level and assist the preparation of final accounts, including liaising with the external auditors as necessary.
- Lead on the completion of the Whole of Government Accounts return which will involve the co-ordination of input from other officers so that it is completed and submitted before the deadline.
- Review balance sheet requests and check and approve journals.
- Assist with the planning of the closing of accounts timetable, guidance and training.
- Provide advice, guidance and guidance on the closing of accounts processes and financial controls.
- Deliver working papers, analysis and reconciliations to support Financial Statements.
Candidate Criteria
- CCAB/CIMA Qualified Accountant or Equivalent
- Experience of closedown accounting within a large public sector organisation
- Experience of approving monthly journals and reviewing balance sheets
- Experience of working to closing of accounts timetables and providing guidance and advice to team members
- Great communication skills with the ability to work well on own initiative as well as part of a team.
If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.
