Accountant - Housing

Job Location	Tyne and Wear
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£20 - £25 per hour
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Temporary, full-time

Job Description

Accountant (Housing) Location: Tyne and WearContract: Temporary (12 months)Rate: £20 - 25 Per Umbrella*Hybrid Working Available*Start date: ASAPContact:About the RoleService Care Solutions is proud to be recruiting for an experienced Accountant to work with a local authority in Tyne and Wear. This is a unique opportunity to join the Housing Finance team and contribute to the effective management of housing finances withina respected local authority. If you have a passion for public service and a background in local government finance, we want to hear from you.Role OverviewIn this crucial role, you will manage the Housing Revenue Account, rent setting, and service charges while playing a significant part in business planning. Your expertise will ensure compliance with financial regulations and support the strategic financialmanagement of the local authoritys housing services.Key Responsibilities

Housing Revenue Account: Oversee the Housing Revenue Account, ensuring precise financial reporting and adherence to relevant legislation.
Rent Setting & Service Charges: Develop and implement rent-setting policies, manage service charges, and ensure alignment with best practices and statutory requirements.
Business Planning: Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making in business planning processes.
Financial Reporting: Prepare and present financial reports to senior management and stakeholders, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
Budget Management: Assist in budget preparation, monitoring, and management, offering advice and support to budget holders.
Compliance & Governance: Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal policies, and best practices within the local government finance environment.

About YouTo excel in this role, you will need:

CCAB qualification (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent) with evidence of continuous professional development (CPD).
A thorough understanding of housing finance, including Housing Revenue Account, rent setting, and service charges. Comprehensive knowledge of financial regulations, business planning, and local government finance practices.
Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills, capable of interpreting complex financial information and presenting it clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and support colleagues in achieving common goals.

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Miraj at Service Care Solutions on or emailService 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.Required skills

Accountant

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