Senior Capital Accountant

Description:

BBS Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Capital Accountant in a temp position for our client in Birkenhead.

This role is a mixture of office based and hybrid work.

The Senior Capital Accountant will be responsible for the accurate management and reporting of the local authority's capital expenditure, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and policies. The role will support the effective use of resources and provide advice to budget holders and senior management.

Role Specific Duties & Responsibilities a Senior Capital Accountant:

• Support the capital accounting function, ensuring timely and accurate recording of capital expenditure and income in accordance with accounting standards and local authority policies.

• Prepare and present capital budget reports to senior management, providing analysis and advice to ensure effective financial management of projects.

• Provide financial advice and guidance to budget holders on capital projects, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and policies.

• Monitor capital expenditure against budget, providing regular reports and identifying variances and areas of risk.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of capital assets, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and local authority policies.

• Liaise with external auditors to support the annual audit process for capital expenditure.

• Develop and implement procedures and controls to improve the management and reporting of capital expenditure.

• Provide training and support to staff across the local authority on capital accounting processes and policies.

• Contribute to the development of the local authority's financial strategy, ensuring alignment with capital expenditure plans.

• Undertake any other duties as required by the Senior Finance Business Partner (Capital) or senior management.

Other Requirements

Hours are 36 per week

You must have an existing DBS

2 Years References