Project Accountant Full Time Temporary

Project Accountant needed in Eastbourne £22.20 ph ref: 436545

This role will involve:

• To work routinely with budget and senior managers across the organisation (typically up to and including Director level) and elected Members (including clearing reports for and attendance at formal Committee meetings), providing specialist professional, technical expertise and reports to support and influence financial planning, management and operational decision making. In relation to the Trading companies role, hold equivalent responsibility to serve and support directors and senior managers in relation to the rules and regulations under the most recent Companies Act.
• To manage one of the accountancy teams (up to 7 staff, directly and indirectly) in accordance with values, policies and procedures to ensure that the service is delivered in an economic and efficient way.
• Lead and manage staff including setting clear targets and objectives and proactively managing work flow, priorities and performance; and carrying out effective recruitment, induction, coaching and ongoing staff management and development.
• To ensure there is a business continuity process and adequate strategy for handling the loss of key individuals by cross-training and providing individuals with the opportunity for greater development

Ideally candidates will have:

• AAT or qualified by experience with extensive track record of relevant senior accountant role.
• Financial systems
• Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
• Financial reporting systems

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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