Hybrid Interim Financial Accountant - London Public Sector

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Financial Accountant for a local authority in London. This hybrid role involves assisting a team in delivering financial activities, producing annual accounts, and maintaining financial controls. Qualifications include being a qualified accountant with at least 5 years of relevant experience, particularly in public sector accounting. Excellent communication skills and immediate availability are essential. The contract is for 3-6 months with a daily rate of £550-£600.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assisting a team delivering accounting and capital finance activities.
• Producing high-quality annual accounts for external audit.
• Contributing to medium-term financial planning.
• Maintaining robust financial controls and oversight.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Financial accounting expertise

Education

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

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Financial Accountant for a local authority in London. This hybrid role involves assisting a team in delivering financial activities, producing annual accounts, and maintaining financial controls. Qualifications include being a qualified accountant with at least 5 years of relevant experience, particularly in public sector accounting. Excellent communication skills and immediate availability are essential. The contract is for 3-6 months with a daily rate of £550-£600.