Chief Accountant

Morgan Law; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in London is seeking an Interim Chief Accountant for a temporary position lasting 6 to 9 months, offering a day rate of £750 – £850. The role includes preparing management information and maintaining support systems. Candidates must have recent experience as a Chief Accountant or in a similar role within a Local Authority. This position will involve hybrid working, balancing on-site and remote tasks.

Qualifications

• Recent experience as a Chief Accountant or leading Financial Accountant within a Local Authority setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze management information, including financial reports and project plans.
• Maintain, develop, and review business support systems, processes, and procedures.
• Deliver specialist services, advising and assisting customers to maximize service quality.
• Maintain knowledge of the organisation’s current systems, policies, and procedures.
• Resolve issues and queries independently.

Job description

Post title: Interim Chief Accountant

Day rate: £750 – £850

Location: Hybrid (London based)

Length: 6 – 9 months

Chief Accountant within a local authority based in London. The role is a temporary position for 6 to 9 months, paying £750 – £850 per day. The role will involve hybrid working.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and analyze management information, including financial reports and project plans, recommending actions as appropriate.
2. Maintain, develop, and review business support systems, processes, and procedures to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
3. Deliver specialist services, advising and assisting customers to maximize service quality, efficiency, and continuity.
4. Maintain knowledge of the organisation’s current systems, policies, and procedures.
5. Resolve issues and queries independently, recommend alternative solutions if unable to assist, and ensure efficient customer service.

Planning & Organising:

1. Monitor service objectives and standards within own area to ensure effective service delivery.
2. Plan and prioritize work activities to ensure operational efficiency, adjusting to changing demands as needed.

Minimum Experience Required:

1. Recent experience as a Chief Accountant or leading Financial Accountant within a Local Authority setting.