Capital Accountant / Finance Business Partner

Our client is looking for a Capital Accountant / Finance Business Partner to join their team on a 4 month contract

Our Client has a requirement for a Capital Accountant, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Cambourne .

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Experience of local authority accounting.
• Preparation of Notes to the Accounts and audit working Papers.
• Ability to train others within the team.Good Communication skills via written and verbal.
• Experience and knowledge of all matters relating to Acquisitions, disposals, enhancement of fixed assets.
• Processing necessary journals for depreciation, acquisition and disposal of fixed assets and calculate the gains and losses on disposal of fixed assets.
• Ensure that capitalised expenditure is accounted for correctly as mandated by the Code of Practice.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• Working knowledge and experience of using the CIPFA Asset Management System.
• Dealing with external auditors and valuers.
• Assisting with the annual closure of all capital activities at year end in line with the corporate closing timetable and preparation of closing guidance for capital accounting
• Previous experience with Technology one would be useful.Lease accounting using the CIPFA code of practices, recognizing of finance lease and operating lease. (IFRS 16)
• Ability to work from office when required

Benefits:

• Competetive rate
• Hybrid working

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Capital Accountant looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.