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Location: Medway Salary: £65,000-£71,000 Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time, hybrid We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, for an experienced and commercially minded Senior Accountant to lead their development finance and fixed asset function. • Monitoring and reporting on the performance of the development programme, and advising on risk and return, • Identifying accounting, VAT and tax implications for schemes at feasibility and appraisal stage, • Preparing the monthly fixed asset reconciliation and leading the year-end process, • Setting capital budgets, forecasting depreciation and property sales, and analysing variances, • Managing cash flows and advising on loan drawdown requirements, • Overseeing the finances of a subsidiary company, • Developing fixed asset policies and procedures, and leading a team member, • Supporting the board and committees with clear, accurate information, • A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), • Experience managing a development finance function in a regulated environment, • Sound commercial awareness and advanced Excel skills, • Strong communicator, able to explain complex financial concepts to non-finance colleagues If you are a motivated finance professional looking for a varied senior role within a supportive team, we would love to hear from you. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Chatham, Kent Remuneration: Competitive Closing date: Friday 9th January At mhs homes, we’re more than a housing provider, we’re a charity with a social purpose, committed to tackling the housing crisis in North Kent and creating communities where people can thrive. For over 30 years, we’ve delivered safe, affordable homes and services that make a real difference. As a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest every penny to improve lives and strengthen communities. Our operating model is simple: people first, purpose always. We work in partnership with local authorities, developers, and community organisations to deliver homes and services that meet real needs. Our culture is values-driven, collaborative, and ambitious—and our people love working here because they know their work matters. This is an exciting time to join us. We’ve welcomed new executive leaders and are building on the strength of our experienced team to shape a bold future. Following the planned retirement of our current post holder, we are now seeking an exceptional Executive Director of Finance and Treasury to help us deliver on our ambitions. As a strategic leader with commercial astuteness and a people-focused approach, you will ensure finance is a proactive enabler of growth and transformation, providing trusted advice to the CEO, Board, and Executive Team. You’ll lead on financial strategy, governance, and funding solutions that support our mission and long-term sustainability, while inspiring and empowering your teams to deliver excellence. Lead the development and execution of the organization’s financial strategy, governance, and funding solutions. Provide trusted financial advice to the CEO, Board, and Executive Team. Manage risk, financial performance, and strategic investments to support growth. Inspire and empower finance teams to deliver excellence. • Strong track record in senior finance leadership, ideally within housing or a similarly regulated environment., • Proven ability to lead complex financial strategies and manage risk., • High emotional intelligence, resilience, and a values-driven approach., • A leadership style that engages, develops, and motivates people. For an informal, confidential discussion with our recruitment partners, please contact: Seniority level: Executive Employment type: Full-time Job function: Strategy/Planning, Finance, and Accounting/Auditing Industries: Housing Programs and Housing and Community Development #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Hybrid Rate: Up to £750 per day Contract: 6-9 months, or until completion of the annual accounts and audit process Sector: Local Government / Public Sector We are currently working with a Local Authority that is seeking an experienced Closedown Accountant to join its Corporate Finance team and provide additional support through the preparation of the annual Statement of Accounts and completion of the year-end closedown and external audit process. This is a key interim appointment for an experienced local government finance professional who can quickly add value and take ownership of specific areas of the accounts. As Closedown Accountant, you will play an important role in supporting the Council's statutory financial reporting requirements and ensuring the year-end accounts are prepared accurately, efficiently and to the required deadlines. You will take the lead on specific areas of the accounts and work closely with finance colleagues and external auditors throughout the closedown and audit process. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting the preparation of the annual Statement of Accounts and associated disclosure notes. Leading on specific areas including Collection Fund accounting, Group Accounts and consolidation. Preparing high-quality year-end working papers, reconciliations and technical accounting analyses. Supporting statutory returns and wider financial reporting requirements. Liaising with external auditors and responding to technical audit queries. Working collaboratively with finance teams across the organisation to ensure timely submission of year-end information. Identifying opportunities to improve closedown processes, procedures and financial controls. Providing technical accounting support and advice throughout the closedown and audit period. We are looking for an experienced Local Government Accountant with a strong understanding of local authority accounting and proven experience of year-end closedown and Statement of Accounts preparation. You will ideally have: Significant experience of local authority year-end closedown. Strong experience preparing Statements of Accounts. Detailed knowledge of Collection Fund accounting, Group Accounts and consolidation adjustments. A strong understanding of the CIPFA Code of Practice on Local Authority Accounting. Previous experience working with external auditors and producing audit-ready working papers. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Advanced Excel capability and a strong attention to detail. The ability to work independently, manage deadlines and take ownership of key areas of the accounts. A CCAB qualification would be advantageous, although candidates with substantial and relevant local government closedown experience will also be considered. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced local government finance professional to secure a high-value interim assignment with a Local Authority during a critical period of the financial year. Up to £750 per day | Hybrid working | 6-9 month assignment we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Rochester Public Schools is seeking an Executive Director of Finance to oversee the district’s financial accounting, payroll and benefits, and purchasing programs. The role requires hands-on budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and collaboration with district leadership on strategic financial initiatives. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in business/ accounting, MASBO certification preferred, and at least five years of progressive financial leadership experience with strong GAAP #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are seeking an experienced Closedown Accountant to provide additional support during the preparation of the annual Statement of Accounts and completion of the year-end closedown process on behalf of a Local Authority. Hybrid, 37 hours per week paying £562.40 per day PAYE; which is equivlent to £146,224 salary This is a key role within the Corporate Finance team, supporting the delivery of the Council's statutory financial reporting requirements. The successful candidate will have strong local government accounting knowledge and practical experience of preparing local authority accounts, including Collection Fund accounting, Group Accounts and supporting the external audit process. • Supporting the preparation of the Council's Statement of Accounts and associated disclosure notes., • Leading on specific areas of the accounts, including Collection Fund accounting, Group Accounts and consolidation requirements., • Producing high-quality year-end working papers, reconciliations and technical accounting analyses., • Supporting the completion of statutory returns and financial reporting requirements., • Liaising with internal and external auditors and responding to technical audit queries., • Working collaboratively with finance colleagues across the organisation to ensure the timely submission of year-end financial information., • Contributing to the continuous improvement of closedown processes and financial controls., • Significant experience of local authority year-end closedown and Statement of Accounts preparation., • Strong technical accounting knowledge, including Collection Fund accounting, Group Accounts and consolidation adjustments., • A sound understanding of the CIPFA Code of Practice on Local Authority Accounting., • Experience of supporting external audit and preparing audit-ready working papers., • Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail and advanced Excel capability. Ideally a CCAB-qualified accountant, although candidates with substantial relevant local government closedown experience will also be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr

JoRecruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Closedown Accountant to support the Local Authority’s year-end closing and statutory financial reporting. The role focuses on delivering timely Statement of Accounts, related notes, and ensuring audit readiness. You will bring strong local government accounting knowledge, CIPFA principles, and advanced Excel skills, collaborating with the Corporate Finance team to maintain robust financial controls and accurate Group Accounts. #J-18808-Ljbffr

You will manage purchase ledger records for a Retail business, helping the Accounting & Finance team keep supplier information accurate and up to date.You will handle day-to-day invoice processing and account queries so payments can be prepared smoothly Client Details The organisation operates in th

Accounts Assistant needed for a 12-month fixed-term contract, remotely, supporting a finance team with daily accounting, month-end, and reporting.