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Senior Technical Accountant
Job Posted: 9 hours ago
Salary: £ 282 - 329 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Fixed Assets Accountant to join our finance team on a six-month contract based in Canary Wharf. This newly established role is critical to supporting the government's accounting requirements for the 2025/26 financial year, specifically focusing on the revaluation of fixed assets in compliance with HM Revenue & Customs guidelines.
Client Details
The hiring organisation operates within the public sector and plays a pivotal role in its field. As a medium-sized entity, it is committed to delivering excellence in its services and maintaining high standards in financial management.
Description
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the revaluation of fixed assets for the 2025/26 financial year in line with government accounting standards and HMRC requirements.
Review, cleanse, and validate the Fixed Asset Register, ensuring completeness and accuracy ahead of the revaluation exercise.
Assess asset classifications including leasehold improvements, IT hardware, furniture, fittings, and IFRS 16 lease agreements.
Calculate asset revaluations accurately and propose methodologies in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
Support the transition of fixed asset data from Excel to the Agresso ERP system and contribute to the optimisation of the ERP's fixed asset module.
Prepare and submit bids and reports related to asset revaluation by early January.
Provide regular progress updates and initial findings to senior finance management.
Assist with the interim audit related to fixed assets, managing audit queries and review processes.
Work independently with minimal supervision, making key decisions while collaborating with the wider finance team.
Communicate complex accounting information clearly and professionally with both internal teams and external auditors.Profile
Candidate Profile:
A recognised accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
Extensive experience in fixed asset accounting, ideally within a government or public sector finance environment.
Strong knowledge of fixed asset revaluation processes and IFRS 16 lease accounting.
Proven ability to work autonomously and lead critical accounting exercises with confidence.
Proficiency with Excel and familiarity with ERP systems (experience with Agresso is an advantage).
Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
A collaborative mindset with the ability to fit seamlessly into an existing finance team.Job Offer
An hourly rate of £267 to £327, depending on experience.
A temporary role offering flexibility in a Canary Wharf location.
Opportunity to work within a respected public sector organisation.
Engage in meaningful and impactful financial responsibilities.This is an excellent chance to contribute your expertise as a Senior Technical Accountant within the public sector. If you are ready to take on this role, apply todayBefore You Apply
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