--- title: "Senior Account x2 24.05.21" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-345649e4-a236-4783-adf9-b235f42c5b55" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-345649e4-a236-4783-adf9-b235f42c5b55" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-345649e4-a236-4783-adf9-b235f42c5b55.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-345649e4-a236-4783-adf9-b235f42c5b55.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-05-24" --- # Senior Account x2 24.05.21 Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-345649e4-a236-4783-adf9-b235f42c5b55 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-345649e4-a236-4783-adf9-b235f42c5b55) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-345649e4-a236-4783-adf9-b235f42c5b55.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is conducting a public procurement process for the recruitment of two Senior Accountants. This opportunity falls under the supply services of personnel category and is located in West Midlands, United Kingdom. The tender process commenced on 24th May 2021 and will close on 26th May 2021 at 15:00. The successful candidates will be engaged for a 12-week contract starting on 31st May 2021, with a potential extension based on project requirements. Interested parties must submit their applications via the In-tend e-Tendering System, which can be accessed through the Sandwell MBC Supplier Portal. This tender presents a significant opportunity for agencies specialising in recruitment services, particularly those with expertise in accountancy and financial roles. Businesses with a solid understanding of IR35 legislation, and experience in project management, will find themselves well-suited to compete for this contract. The contract not only offers financial benefits, but also the chance to build a long-term partnership with the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, facilitating further growth in the public sector recruitment market. ## Notice Senior Accountant x 2 Rate of Pay: ?18.53-?21.19 Per hour (PAYE) Hours: 37 hours per week Start Date: ASAP IR35 Status: This role falls in scope of IR35 legislation Contract Type: Agency - 12 weeks potential to be extended possibly to project end. We are looking to recruit to two Senior Accountant posts within the Finance Team at Sandwell Council. This is to provide additional capacity in a number of areas. Reporting to a Principal Accountant the role includes: - o The provision of financial information o Advice and guidance to budget holders and service managers throughout the financial cycle. o Undertaking financial appraisals for capital projects with specific focus on the Towns Fund o Assisting with the implementation of new accounting standards such as IFRS 16 and a new fixed asset register system o Contributing to the production of the Statement of Accounts and provision of working papers for external auditors It would be beneficial if the successful candidate has experience of/qualifications in project management and knowledge of Oracle Fusion as the Council is in the process of implementing this as it's ERP system. Entry requirements Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualification or Level 4 Accountancy Professional qualification Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references and a copy of Terms and Conditions. You will also need to include your agency on cost details to each submission. Stated rates must be inclusive of all known costs. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor You will receive further information regarding invoice terms if your candidate is appointed to this role. Invoices must be sent electronically on a weekly basis to templink_1@sandwell.gov.uk along with your workers authorised timesheet supplied by your agency. Payments are then released 14 days from the date of the invoice. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing Date: Wednesday 26th May 2021 at 15:00 Additional information: Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references and a copy of Terms and Conditions. You will also need to include your agency on cost details to each submission. Stated rates must be inclusive of all known costs. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor You will receive further information regarding invoice terms if your candidate is appointed to this role. Invoices must be sent electronically on a weekly basis to templink_1@sandwell.gov.uk along with your workers authorised timesheet supplied by your agency. Payments are then released 14 days from the date of the invoice. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/956c6e09-d43f-42d8-bbd4-db6147d93630 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 May 2021 | | Submission deadline | 26 May 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2021 - 26 Aug 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B70 8SZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | West Bromwich Central | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff ## Release History - 24 May 2021 at 12:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/956c6e09-d43f-42d8-bbd4-db6147d93630 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/956c6e09-d43f-42d8-bbd4-db6147d93630 24th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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