SERVICE ACCOUNTANT (ADULT SOCIAL CARE)

Connect2Hackney are delighted to announce that we are searching for a dedicated Service Accountant (Adult Social Care) to join our dynamic Finance Directorate. In this pivotal role, you will act as a key strategic partner to Adult Social Care service heads and operational managers. You will lead on budget monitoring, financial modeling, closedown processes, and statutory reporting for one of the council''s most vital and sensitive spend areas. Your financial insights will directly support decisions that protect and improve the lives of vulnerable residents across our diverse borough. If you are a proactive finance professional who combines commercial acumen with a passion for public service, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Financial Planning and Budget Management Business Partnering: Build strong working relationships with budget holders and senior leaders across Adult Social Care, providing clear, actionable financial advice. Budget Setting and Forecasting: Lead on setting annual revenue budgets, identifying cost pressures, and delivering accurate monthly forecast positions. Financial Modeling: Analyze demand trends, demographic shifts, and care package costs to build robust medium-term financial strategy models. Accounting and Statutory Reporting Year-End Closedown: Manage the end-of-year accounts process for Adult Social Care in line with CIPFA guidelines and local authority statutory requirements. Grant Management: Oversee government funding streams ..... full job details .....