Technical Accountant - London, United Kingdom - Reed Talent Solutions

Reed Talent Solutions
Reed Talent Solutions
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London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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The post-holder will be responsible for helping to ensure the proper administration of the LFC's financial affairs, by delivering high quality financial services, as a critical contribution to the efficient, effective and economic achievement of the Brigade'svision.

This will embrace the strategic, regulatory, statutory and stewardship responsibilities which are fundamental to the operation of the LFC.


Key responsibilities

  • Ensure business continuity of the AP and AR systems so that suppliers can be paid promptly and correctly and so that all income due is accurately billed for and collected promptly.
  • Monitor the ongoing completion of financial reconciliations relating to the areas assigned to you, maintain an overview of the relevant control accounts and prepare monthly control account monitoring/reconciliation reports as required making sure that theyare all kept up to date and that any issues are resolved in a timely manner.
  • Complete all required returns for the Greater London Authority, government departments and professional bodies as assigned to you in a timely manner so that all deadlines are met e.g. CIS returns to HMRC.
  • Provide technical accountancy advice and guidance to officers on the CIPFA Code requirements and the impact on the closure of accounts and processes as appropriate.

Skills, knowledge, and experience

  • A recognised CCAB or CIMA accountancy qualification/ finalist or part qualified with relevant experience
  • Proven relevant experience of working in finance in a public sector organisation, to include substantial experience of overseeing the provision of AP and AR systems and experience of financial accounting and statement of accounts preparation.
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