Close Down Accountant

3 weeks ago

SOMERSET, United Kingdom Vox Network Consultants Full time
Role Purpose 
Responsible for the strategic planning in the production and approval of the Council’s audited statutory Statement of Accounts. Taking a strategic approach in council wide engagement to embed a strong culture of sound accounting knowledge and compliance, to the levels of strategic managers/Heads of Service and Elected Members
Responsibilities 
Oversee the Councils closure of accounts process, directing resources in producing the statutory Statement of Accounts, and other related returns.
Keeps up-to-date with developments in the public and private sectors through active involvement in regional and national networks, setting strategies to ensure compliance to these.
Equips the Audit Committee with knowledge of the latest accounting practices and the ability to understand the information in the accounts to fulfil their role. Presents the final audited accounts to the S151 officer and Audit Committee for approval.
Manages external auditor interactions being the lead coordinator of the requests for information, validating responses and ensuring all is provided in a timely manner. The role is a key account manager, building and managing relationships with the external auditors at all seniority levels and between the Council.
Plan and direct all accounting processes to ensure that the Council’s needs and statutory accounting obligations are fully determined, delivered and meet the latest accounting standards and professional best practice.
Deliver financial training to staff on accounting requirements and standards, including VAT. Continuously enabling improvement to process and knowledge to be maintained over the long-term
This is a very technical and specialist role which requires extensive and up to date knowledge of the latest regulations and best practice.
Responsibilities
Fully qualified CCAB Accountant and with experience of working in a complex organisation.
Evidence of work related continuing professional development.
Experience working in a housing association or council is a requirement
Extensive knowledge of latest financial accounting standards and highly skilled at intercepting them.
Extensive experience and knowledge of VAT, its application and implications on courses of action. 
Contract 
Initial 3 to 6 month ongoing contract
PAYE via Umbrella 
INSIDE IR35
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm (Hybrid position)
If you are interested in this position AND meet the requirements, APPLY NOW

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