At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Council's capital programme and treasury management activities.
- Company: Progressive Local Authority in Greater Manchester with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, exposure to senior stakeholders, and a supportive finance team.
- Other info: Opportunity for significant career growth in a forward-thinking organisation.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on financial governance and strategic decision-making.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with extensive capital experience and strong stakeholder management skills.
Interim Capital Programme Accountant opportunity for a progressive Local Authority in Greater Manchester on an initial 6-month assignment. Working closely with the senior management team, the Interim Capital Programme Accountant will take a lead role in managing the Council's capital programme and treasury management activities. You will provide strategic financial advice, technical accounting expertise, and support the delivery of the Council's long-term financial strategy.
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Lead and coordinate the Council's capital programme, including planning, monitoring, and reporting
- Lead Treasury Management activities and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practice
- Provide technical accounting expertise across capital financing, asset accounting, and statutory reporting
- Lead capital programme planning as part of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS)
- Oversee capital year-end closedown processes and support the production of the Statement of Accounts
- Ensure compliance with the CIPFA Prudential Code, Treasury Management Code, IFRS requirements, and audit standards
- Develop strong working relationships with senior managers, auditors, and external stakeholders
- Provide strategic financial advice and challenge to support informed decision-making
Essential experience:
- Qualified accountant (CCAB/CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by significant experience
- Extensive Capital experience ideally in Local Authority or the NHS
- Strong knowledge of Capital Accounting, Treasury Management, and statutory reporting requirements
- Experience of leading capital programmes and capital financing activities
- Excellent understanding of CIPFA Codes, IFRS, and local authority accounting requirements
- Experience coordinating year-end processes and supporting external audits
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Benefits of the role include:
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Opportunity to lead a high-profile Capital & Treasury portfolio
- Significant exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making
- Supportive and collaborative finance team
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact within a forward-thinking Local Authority
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to take ownership of a broad Capital & Treasury portfolio within a progressive organisation, helping to shape investment decisions, ensure strong financial governance, and support long-term financial sustainability.
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