HAYS Recruitment currently recruiting for an experienced Group Accountant for a high-profile government organisation. This is a contract role up to December. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the finance office and will be involved in strategic projects supporting the organisation. You will be responsible for a team of 8 staff including 2 professionally qualified Senior Accountants.

The postholder will ensure the timely preparation of accurate monthly management accounts for the organisation. These accounts provide essential financial insights, allowing the organisation to monitor its financial health and make informed decisions. You will also be completing all statutory returns to funding bodies and committee reports within specified deadlines. There is also an expectation to provide the highest level of customer service both internally and externally, whilst promoting equality of opportunity which aligns with the organisation’s visions.

As a Group Accountant, you will be responsible for:

• Day to day management of team of 8 staff which includes line management of 2 professional qualified Senior Accountants. This includes planning workloads and ensuring deadlines are met as well as appraising, recruiting, motivating and developing as well as being responsible for the first level of any disciplinary action.
• Ensuring there is effective communication within the team and that the Head of Finance is properly briefed on any issues
• Ensure that the financial accounts section is operating effectively and that all appropriate performance measures are reached.

You will be involved in management, strategic projects and business analysis, reporting, management accounts and budgets, systems development, promotion of finance and capital allocation.

To be successful in this role, you will need to:

• Have excellent soft skills. This role will include presenting on a monthly basis, leading finance meetings, relationship building and customer interaction.
• Be approachable, friendly, supportive and confident in nature
• Be a Fully qualified accountant
• Experience of Oracle and Xero is desirable
• Come from a financial or management accounting background

What you’ll get in return:

You will be working for an excellent high profile government organisation. The culture is very friendly and welcoming. You will receive a competitive day rate, alongside fantastic perks such as free access to cinema tickets, shows, theatre, music and concerts. This is a hybrid working role with 2 days in the office.

What you need to do now:

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