3 chief accountant jobs found in London

Chief Accountant  Rate: £100 per hour Contract: 6 months Working Pattern: Hybrid (1 day per week in the office + occasional evening meetings) Are you an experienced senior finance professional ready to take on a high-impact interim role within a leading London local authority? We’re seeking a CCAB-qualified Chief Accountant to lead the Council’s Financial Accounting function and play a pivotal role in shaping strong financial governance. The Role Reporting to the Deputy Director of Finance & Property, you will take strategic and operational ownership of the Council’s financial accounting activities, ensuring compliance, transparency, and high-quality reporting. You will lead a team of up to 10 FTE, acting as the Council’s primary expert on financial accounting regulations and key advisor to the statutory Section 151 Officer.   Key Responsibilities Lead the production of the Council’s Single Entity and Group Accounts, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. Act as...

I am recruiting for Chief Accountant within a local authority based in London. The role will be a temporary position for 6 months paying £700 p/day+. The role will be hybrid working. Key duties include To manage the production of the Council's Single entity and Group accounts. To be the primary expert on financial accounting regulations and be the primary advisor on this subject matter to the Council' s statutory section 151 Officer. To hold the day-to-day responsibility for the Council's system of financial controls, ensuring that all key reconciliations are produced monthly, quarterly or yearly depending on their importance and the regularity. To regularly liaise and manage relationships with the External Auditors at a senior level. To manage the end of year capital and asset accounting processes. To manage the financial accounting function and present to directors and councillors on the matter, where appropriate. To ensure that the team provide specialist financial...

We are seeking an interim Chief Accountant to join a Local Authority in London. This temporary position requires expertise in accounting and finance to manage and oversee financial operations effectively within a Local Authority. Client Details The employer operates within the public sector and is committed to maintaining high standards in financial management and accountability. As a part of a respected organisation, they provide essential services to the local community. Description Prepare financial statements and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Provide financial advice and support to internal stakeholders. Monitor budgets and ensure efficient allocation of resources. Analyse financial performance and recommend improvements. Ensure accurate and timely submission of financial reports. Manage the production of the Council's Single entity and Group accounts. Lead the end of year capital and asset accounting processes. Manage the completion of VAT returns and...