Capital accountant

Capital Accountant –  Wirral

£54.31 per hour

Fixed term contract – Full Time

Key Accountabilities

• Support the capital accounting function, ensuring timely and accurate recording of capital expenditure and income in accordance with accounting standards and local authority policies.
• Prepare and present capital budget reports to senior management, providing analysis and advice to ensure effective financial management of projects.
• Provide financial advice and guidance to budget holders on capital projects, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and policies.
• Monitor capital expenditure against budget, providing regular reports and identifying variances and areas of risk.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of capital assets, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and local authority policies.
• Liaise with external auditors to support the annual audit process for capital expenditure.
• Develop and implement procedures and controls to improve the management and reporting of capital expenditure.
• Provide training and support to staff across the local authority on capital accounting processes and policies.
• Contribute to the development of the local authority's financial strategy, ensuring alignment with capital expenditure plans.
• Undertake any other duties as required by the Senior Finance Business Partner (Capital) or senior management

Undertake/commission ad hoc valuations as required. To find out more information please contact Mason at MasonM@4recruitmentservices.com

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