Accountant - Children's Social Care

Sellick Partnership; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Accountant to provide interim financial support within the Children's Social Care Division. Key responsibilities include budget monitoring, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate should be CCAB-qualified with local authority finance experience and strong communication skills. This temporary role offers a rate of £350 per day for 3-6 months.

Qualifications

• Strong local authority finance experience essential.
• Proven track record in managing budgets.
• Ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budget monitoring and forecasting.
• Produce timely and accurate financial reports.
• Support year-end processes and ensure compliance.

Skills

Local authority finance experience

Budget management

Excellent communication skills

Financial analysis

Public sector accounting

Education

CCAB qualification or equivalent

Job description

Location: London
Contract Type: Temporary (via agency)
Duration: 3-6 months
Day Rate: 350 per day
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Accountant to provide interim financial support within the Children's Social Care Division of a London local authority. This is a key role ensuring robust financial management during a period of transition and change.

You will work closely with service managers and finance colleagues to deliver accurate reporting, budget monitoring, and financial advice that supports critical services for children and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee budget monitoring and forecasting for Children's Social Care services.
• Produce timely and accurate financial reports for senior stakeholders.
• Support year-end processes and ensure compliance with local authority financial regulations.
• Provide financial analysis to identify cost pressures and savings opportunities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to operational teams on financial matters.

If you are interested in the above role, please apply online, and a member of the team will give you a call.

About You

• Ideally CCAB-qualified or equivalent, with strong local authority finance experience.
• Proven track record in managing budgets within social care or similar high‑pressure environments.
• Ability to hit the ground running and work independently.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with non-financial managers.
• Strong understanding of public sector accounting and regulatory requirements.

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