Capital Accountant
| Posting date: | 06 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £23.70 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | per hour PAYE |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 July 2025 |
| Location: | Caerphilly, Gwent, CF83 7PG |
| Company: | Triumph Consultants Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | Caerphilly 5270002 |
Summary
What's involved with this role:
Job Title: Capital Accountant
Ref: Caerphilly 5270002
Pay rate: £23.70 per hour PAYE
The role:
We are looking to appoint, for our client, an experienced Capital Accountant who can come in and hit the ground running and who will be responsible for closing accounts and preparing statements.
Key responsibilities:
Provide revenue and accountancy services and capital accounting services
Be responsible for the Treasury Management functions, including borrowing and investment
Supervise the banking arrangements and the bank reconciliation function
Supervise the administration of the Council’s Petty Cash Accounts
Manage and supervise staff within the team
Ensure daily Treasury Management activities follow the Treasury Management Strategy, including making daily investment decisions based on available cash flow.
Ensure relevant holding accounts are reconciled and cleared in a proper and timely manner
Undertake budget preparation, budget monitoring and year end accounts closure tasks in respect the Authority’s Capital accounts in accordance with agreed timetables
Preparation of grant claims in relation to capital
Provide financial advice and guidance to budget holders
What the client is looking for:
Accountancy qualification
Strong knowledge of local government finance, relevant legislation, and Council Financial Regulations/Standing Orders
Understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards, CIPFA Prudential Code, Treasury Management Code, and anti-money laundering legislation
Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to communicate complex technical issues clearly at all levels
Skilled in planning, meeting deadlines, assessing legislative and regulatory changes, and advising accordingly
Experienced in staff management and possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills
How to Apply:
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Job Ref: Caerphilly 5270002
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