Manchester
Title: Principal Accountant Salary: £54,495 - £65,483 Hours Per Week: 36.25 Closing Date: Sunday Sunday 26th October Your role: Are you passionate about accounting and eager to make a real impact? We're on the hunt for a talented individual, someone CCAB/CIMA qualified with a wealth of experience in accounting roles. If you possess a robust understanding of the statutory accountancy framework, along with a solid grasp of accounting principles and techniques, we'd love to hear from you! In this role, you'll play a key part in shaping and coordinating detailed revenue and capital budgets. These are crucial to the development of both our service business plan and the overall annual budget for the Combined Authority. The position includes the management of a small team that won't just be crunching numbers; you'll be providing invaluable financial advice and support to managers and colleagues within GMCA and our partner organisations. This is your chance to contribute significantly to the effective management of various aspects of our revenue and capital budgets. Possess the knack for translating complex financial topics into simple terms for a broad audience, including those with non-finance backgrounds? We require someone adept in both verbal and written communication, capable of making intricate financial concepts accessible and engaging to all. Proficient in a range of software applications, systems, and tools? Your advanced skills in databases and spreadsheets will be crucial in supporting our analysis and decision-making processes. Can you effectively organise and prioritise your workload to meet deadlines whilst maintaining high standards? We value efficiency and a keen eye for detail. We're on the lookout for someone who remains focused and impartial, even amidst multiple competing deadlines. You should be CCAB/CIMA qualified with considerable public sector accounting experience A solid understanding of the statutory framework for accountancy is essential. Knowledge of accounting principles and techniques is crucial, including familiarity with the CIPFA Accounting Code of Practice for Local Government and the Accounts and Audit Regulations. Join our team at GMCA and our partner organisations, where your expertise will truly make an impact! TPBN1_UKTJ