DSG – Principal Accountant

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

Job summary

A public sector recruitment agency in Greater London is seeking a Principal Accountant for a 6-month contract. The role requires expertise in the DSG and high needs block, with responsibilities including monitoring performance against budgets, providing financial reporting, and advising on risks. Ideal candidates will have experience within local authority schools teams. Competitive daily rate offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with local authority financial tasks.
• Understanding of revenue budgets and budget forecasting.
• Ability to provide accurate management information and advice.

Responsibilities

• Monitor financial performance against revenue budgets.
• Provide timely management information and guidance.
• Advise on financial risks related to decision-making.

Skills

Experience with DSG

Financial reporting

Budget management

Job description

I am currently recruiting for a Principal Accountant. The role will be looking at the DSG and the High Needs block within the local authority. The role will be paying up to £ p / day and will be for 6 months.

• Be able to work with the team on the DSG, have experience of the relevant returns and tasks as required.
• To monitor performance against revenue budgets and review budget forecast information, in conjunction with budget holders to ensure the delivery of high quality financial reporting, advising the Head of Accountancy of all financial risks related to services’ decision making, escalating any concerns or issues in a timely manner.
• To ensure the provision of appropriate, accurate and timely ad hoc management information, verbal and written advice and guidance to all levels of staff, in relation to all aspects of the finance function and in accordance with the Council’s policies and procedures and to promote awareness of good financial practice and control.

The ideal candidate will have experience of working within the schools team of a local authority and have a deep understanding of DSG.

If you are interested in this role, please get in touch.