Summary: The Interim Principal Accountancy Assistant role involves supporting the Principal Accountant with year-end closedown processes and capital accounting, particularly in relation to IFRS16. The position requires a strong understanding of public sector accounting regulations and the ability to interpret complex financial information. The role is hybrid, requiring two days in the office, and focuses on collaboration with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in financial advice delivery within a local government context.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Principal Accountant in the year-end closedown and preparation of notes to the statement of accounts, focusing on capital accounting for property, plant and equipment and leases, including IFRS16.
• Ensuring compliance with all legislation and relevant guidance.
• Assisting in the implementation of IFRS16 accounting arrangements across the authority.
• Preparing capital expenditure and capital financing year-end working papers and journals.
• Maintaining records in scope of IFRS16 and liaising with stakeholders regarding leased properties and equipment.
• Conducting balance sheet reconciliations and accounting for capital receipts.

Key Skills:

• Fully qualified with the Association of Accounting Technicians or equivalent Level 4 qualification including Finance and Management modules.
• Experience in the public sector, preferably local government.
• Knowledge of the CIPA Code and accounting regulations related to capital assets and leasing.
• Familiarity with IFRS16 and experience in its implementation is advantageous.
• Ability to deliver financial advice and guidance to diverse audiences and analyze complex financial information under tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.

Salary (Rate): £20.98

City: Durham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Finance