Chief Accountant

Hays Senior Finance are proud to be working in partnership with the Gloucestershire Constabulary, supporting them with the recruitment of a Chief Accountant to join their organisation in Gloucester, working out of their HQ on a hybrid basis.

This role would be well suited to a first-time mover from practice looking for their first industry role or someone currently working within the Local Government.
Are you proud of your Public Sector Technical Accounting knowledge and skills? Are you seeking a new role in a welcoming, ambitious, innovative and forward-thinking team?

If so, Gloucestershire Constabulary Finance Team are looking for a new Chief Accountant. Working within the team, this role plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the Constabulary meets all its statutory financial responsibilities.

The core responsibilities of this interesting and varied role are:

• Lead on development and co-ordination of the Financial Statements
• Responsibility for statutory and non-statutory reporting
• Responsibility for the systems of financial controls, driving standardisation and improvements
• Lead in the production of the Capital Programme and the capital elements of the Medium Term Financial Plan
• To provide an effective treasury management function
• To develop, manage and motivate the Technical Team (5 FTE)

With a CCAB qualification, banks of technical experience, and with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail, you will be the sort of person who works well to deadlines, and calmly takes challenges one step at a time to deliver solutions.

What we can offer you:

A package of financial, lifestyle and health benefits. Including:

• Flexible and Agile working
• Free onsite parking at our fantastic Waterwells HQ
• Access to a gym at HQ for a minimal monthly subscription
• Continuous professional development
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• 24 days annual leave, in addition to bank holidays increasing annually by one day up to 29
• Employee Assistance scheme offering help through counselling services, legal advice, fitness advice, personal coaching and health assessment
• Access to a discount scheme for savings on shopping, days out, sporting events and holidays

In this rewarding role you will work closely with the wider Finance Team and other colleagues in driving innovation and efficiency for the department and the force.
As a pivotal member of a small team, you will work with them to deliver on our commitment of diversity and inclusion. Gloucestershire Constabulary is proud of its reputation for continuous improvement in all areas, so drive, enthusiasm, and the ability to inspire others are vital for success in this role.
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