Chief Accountant (Local Council)

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council is seeking an interim Chief Accountant to manage the 2024/25 audit and accounts closure while preparing for the 2025/26 closedown. This fully remote position offers autonomy and flexibility, making it a significant opportunity to impact local authority finance.

Qualifications

• Experienced Chief Accountant with strong technical expertise in local authority finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the 2024/25 audit and accounts closure.
• Support the set-up for the 2025/26 closedown.

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Posted:

14.08.2025

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28.09.2025

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Chief Accountant with strong technical expertise in local authority finance? We are seeking an interim Chief Accountant / Technical Service Manager to lead on our 2024/25 audit and accounts closure and support the set-up for the 2025/26 closedown.

This is a fully remote role working with a progressive council, offering autonomy, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a significant impact.