Senior Capital Accountant — Local Authority

A Senior Capital Accountant in a London borough leads the authority’s capital accounting, ensurespliance with CIPFA and statutory reporting, and supports strategic financial planning across major capital programmes.

Role SummaryThe Senior Capital Accountant leads the council’s capital accounting function, overseeing the delivery of accurate, timely, andpliant capital financial reporting. The role provides expert advice on capital financing, supports the development of the Medium‑Term Financial Strategy, and ensures robust financial stewardship of the authority’s capital programme.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Programme Oversight — Lead the financial management of the council’s multi‑year capital programme, ensuring accurate monitoring, forecasting, and reporting.

Statutory Accountingpliance — Prepare capital elements of the Statement of Accounts in line with CIPFA Code of Practice, IFRS, and localernment r...