Chief Technical Accountant 600p/d UmbrellaInterim, 3 MonthsBristol (Hybrid) Are you an experienced Accountant looking for the next challenge in your career? My client is looking for someone with Local Authority technical accounting experience. You will play a key role in the annual close-down, audit liaison, management of collection fund and statutory returns. As the Chief Technical Accountant you will have responsibility for providing comprehensive support to senior stakeholders within the organisation and work collaboratively across the finance function. You will play a significant role in improving financial control and contribute to strategic and operational developments. Key responsibilities of the Chief Technical Accountant Lead on annual close-down and statutory returnsLiaise with external auditorsManage the collection fund and rates budget processesProvide support to senior stakeholders and work collaboratively across the finance functionIdentify and develop initiatives to improve financial control and governanceContribute to strategic and operational developmentsProvide confident leadership to support effective operational delivery Required skills and experience of the Chief Technical Accountant CCAB qualified or equivalentStrong knowledge of technical accounting within a local authorityKnowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards, SORP and Code of PracticeUnderstanding of Council Tax Collection Fund accountingExcellent leadership and relationship buildin