Principal Accountant - Capital

Location: Devon

Contract: Temporary (10 month initial)

Rate: £300 Per Day Umbrella / £264.19 (PAYE Inc) / £235.74 (PAYE Exc)

Start date: ASAP

*Hybrid Working*

Contact: (url removed)

Job Description

Service Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in Devon for a Principal Accountant (Capital). The main goal is to lead and manage a financial support service, focusing on developing and implementing capital accounting practices. This role will help ensure compliance with capital regulations, especially during the rollout of a new ERP system. You'll also be responsible for maintaining financial integrity within local authority standards and providing expert accounting advice to meet the organization's capital goals.

Main responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial management advice to optimise the use of corporate capital resources and achieve capital objectives.
• Support major strategic projects, including the implementation of a new ERP system, by offering capital management expertise.
• Advise on financial and capital aspects of procurement processes, including contract interpretation and business planning.
• Lead the development and enhancement of capital business processes, with a focus on monitoring S106 agreements and financial frameworks.
• Collaborate with senior management on strategic capital projects, offering guidance on financial modelling, forecasting, and service delivery models.
• Interpret and review financial and non-financial data, including grant funding agreements and developer agreements, to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Candidate Requirements

• A professionally qualified accountant (CCAB) or equivalent experience.
• In-depth knowledge of capital accounting, including experience with the Prudential Code/MRP, capital budget preparation, and closing capital accounts.
• Proven experience advising senior management on capital issues, particularly in large-scale projects and financial management.
• Strong ability to manage small project teams, direct line management of staff, and support teams under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work in challenging partnerships, negotiate effectively, and influence senior decision-makers.

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Miraj at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.