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Senior Consolidation AccountantCentral Governing BodyDarlington BasedTemporary Contract (5 months initial)Rate: £550pd - £650pd UmbrellaASAP StartHybrid Working Available - (3 days a week in the office)Job DescriptionService Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a Central Government Body in Darlington for a Senior Consolidations Accountant. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to lead on critical financial reporting activities, including the preparation of complex accounts, balance sheet management, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with extensive consolidations experience, a strong understanding of complex financial interdependencies, and expertise in Whole of Government Accounts (WGA). With experience in large government departments, you will provide technical accounting advice, collaborate with key stakeholders, and ensure audit progression. This is an excellent opportunity to bring your skills to a high-profile role and make a tangible impact.Main responsibilities
- Lead complex account preparations, including journal adjustments, note production, and financial statements.
- Liaise with organisation to resolve queries and ensure audit progression.
- Provide accounting advice aligned with government frameworks to internal and external stakeholders.
- Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and financial control.
- Manage key balance sheet items and support budget management and statutory accounts preparation.
Candidate Requirements
- Qualified Accountant with extensive consolidations experience.
- Whole of Government Accounts (WGA) knowledge and experience.
- Experience in consolidations within a large government department, ideally HM Treasury.
- Strong understanding of complex financial interdependencies.
- Ability to challenge and question effectively.
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.If this role is of interest, please just respond to this advert with an up to date copy of your CV or call Jake on
