Contract Financial Accountant – Hybrid in London

Morgan Law; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm specializing in public sector roles is seeking an interim Financial Accountant for a Local Authority in the London area. This role involves assisting a team in accounting activities and producing high-quality annual accounts. Candidates must be qualified accountants with at least five years of experience in a local authority setting. The position offers hybrid working and is urgent as it is open until filled. Immediate availability is required.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience as a Financial Accountant in a local authority setting and a deep knowledge of statutory accounting requirements.
• Immediately available for work.

Responsibilities

• Assisting and motivating a team delivering accounting, systems and capital finance activities.
• Producing high-quality annual accounts and supporting smooth external audit processes.
• Assisting the budget-setting cycle and contributing to medium-term financial planning.
• Maintaining robust financial controls and oversight of key financial processes.
• Providing clear, practical advice to senior Finance leaders in a rapidly changing public-sector environment.

Skills

Communication skills (written and verbal)

Education

Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent)

Job description

A recruitment firm specializing in public sector roles is seeking an interim Financial Accountant for a Local Authority in the London area. This role involves assisting a team in accounting activities and producing high-quality annual accounts. Candidates must be qualified accountants with at least five years of experience in a local authority setting. The position offers hybrid working and is urgent as it is open until filled. Immediate availability is required.