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Job Description** We are seeking a Senior Financial Accountant for a local government client in Reigate, Surrey. The Pension Fund is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to provide high-calibre financial leadership during a key period. You will take operational ownership of fund accounting, reporting, controls, budgeting, and senior stakeholder engagement, ensure business-as-usual continuity and support the year-end cycle. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused assignment ideal for a seasoned contractor with strong LGPS/public sector pensions finance experience. Immediately available or short notice - Hybrid (expected on-site presence as required) **Responsibilities** Financial Controls & Governance — ensure robust reconciliations, controls, compliance and risk management. Budgeting & Forecasting — manage the Pension Team budget and Fund forecasts. Cashflow & Banking Operations — oversee all income, banking transactions, allocations and KPIs....

Transition Accountant Location: Somerset Contract: Temporary Salary: £45,091 - £48,226 FTE Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a housing association in Somerset for a Transition Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will support a major merger with a local authority, playing a key role in ensuring financial readiness for this transition. This will include supporting the design and implementation of systems, structures, and processes across both companies, and stabilising operations post-transition. Key Responsibilities Lead finance transition & go-live readiness: Plan and deliver all finance activities for transition, including cutover, opening balances, risk management, and hands-on support during go-live and stabilisation. Oversee financial systems & reporting: Redesign chart of accounts, support system configuration, data migration, and ensure robust reporting,...

The Role * Lead finance transition planning and delivery of all go-live activities * Manage cutover processes including accruals, prepayments, provisions and opening balances * Support validation of financial data and opening balances * Design budget structures and monitoring frameworks * Support development of management reporting across services * Partner with senior stakeholders to ensure budget ownership * Act as a finance SME across transition workstreams * Deliver training and guidance to budget holders and managers * Build strong relationships across finance and operational teams About You Essential: * CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent experience) * Strong financial accounting background within public sector, housing, or similar * Proven experience supporting finance transformation, system changes or restructures * Strong technical knowledge of financial controls, reporting and chart of accounts * Experience working with...

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Business Rates Officer to join a busy Revenues team within a local authority environment. You will play a key role in the administration, billing, collection and recovery of Non-Domestic Rates (NNDR), ensuring accuracy, compliance with legislation, and maximising income collection for the Council. 📌 Key Responsibilities * Administer the billing, collection and recovery of Business Rates * Maintain and update Business Rates records to ensure accurate billing and collection * Open, close and amend Business Rates accounts * Process payments and set up Direct Debits * Apply reliefs, exemptions and discounts in line with legislation * Review, check and authorise refunds and adjustments * Maintain and update rating lists and property records * Trace absconded debtors and take appropriate recovery action * Determine and implement the most appropriate recovery action for outstanding debts * Deliver a high...