Accountant

  • Northallerton, United Kingdom
  • North Yorkshire County Council
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

Contract to start ASAP until 18-09-26 with a possible extension.

Job Purpose

Lead balance sheet control, ensuring reconciliations are accurate, complete, and audit ready

Deliver technical accounting compliance in line with CIPFA, supporting high quality financial statements

Manage reserves balances and funding sources, ensuring clear tracking, reporting, and alignment with financial planning

Manage organisational cashflow, banking, and investments to ensure strong liquidity and treasury compliance

Prepare clear, insightful treasury reporting to support senior leaders and committees

Own VAT returns, government submissions, and regulatory reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Oversee income recognition and grant accounting, maintaining robust financial control and transparency

Line manage and support an Accounts Assistant, ensuring high performance, development, and effective delivery of financial processes

Administer finance systems (Xero), strengthen processes, and drive continuous improvement across financial controls

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RQ1742123-06-26