Day Rate: 490 - 650Contract: Initial 3 - 6 month contract with a view to being extendedWork Schedule: Full time, Monday - Friday.Hybrid Working - Minimal Office AttendanceSpencer Clarke Group are working in partnership with a local authority in the South West of England with the recruitment of a Close Down Accountant.Role Brief: Responsible for the strategic planning in the production and approval of the Council's audited statutory Statement of Accounts.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the Councils closure of accounts process, directing resources in producing the statutory Statement of Accounts, and other related returns.Leads the annual closing of the HRA accountKeeps 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.What We're Looking ForFully qualified CCAB Accountant and with experience of working in a complex organisation.Evidence of work related continuing professional development.understanding of the current key developments in local authority finance.If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.If you are interested in this role or would like to know more, please contact Bradley on or alternatively via email onSpencer Clarke Group specialise in both permanent & temporary roles within Accountancy & Finance, if you are a candidate looking for a new role, please give the office a call and speak to our award-winning consultants, who will be sure to find you the perfect role.INDSCG3











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