JOB SWITCH LTD
Interim Accountant – York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority
Lead balance sheet control, ensuring reconciliations are accurate, complete, and audit ready
Deliver technical accounting compliance in line with CIPFA, supporting high quality financial statements
Manage reserves balances and funding sources, ensuring clear tracking, reporting, and alignment with financial planning
Manage organisational cashflow, banking, and investments to ensure strong liquidity and treasury compliance
Accountant Prepare clear, insightful treasury reporting to support senior leaders and committees
Own VAT returns, government submissions, and regulatory reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Accountant Oversee income recognition and grant accounting, maintaining robust financial control and transparency
Line manage and support an Accounts Assistant, ensuring high performance, development, and effective delivery of financial processes
Administer finance systems (Xero), strengthen processes, and drive continuous improvement across financial controls Person spec Essential CCAB-qualified accountant, or AAT-qualified accounting technician (or equivalent), with significant post-qualification CPD and proven capability to deliver the responsibilities of this role. Desirable CIPFA qualification Local Authority / Combined Authority experience
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