Interim Closedown Support Accountant

G2 Recruitment Group Limited; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local Government client in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced Interim Closedown Support Accountant to support the year-end closedown process. The role offers a contract length of 9 months with a pay rate of £450-£550 per day and hybrid working conditions. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with extensive experience in public sector accounting. Apply with your CV to secure this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with extensive experience in local government finance, particularly year-end closedown.
• Strong understanding of public sector accounting standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the year-end closedown process for 2025/26.
• Draft key sections of financial statements.
• Prepare working papers in line with CIPFA Code of Practice.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external auditors.
• Finalise reconciliations of control accounts.
• Provide technical accounting advice.

Skills

Experience in local government finance

Strong understanding of public sector accounting standards

Education

Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Interim Closedown Support Accountant opportunity with a local Government client based in the West Midlands.

Role and Contract

• Contract Length: 9 Months +
• Pay Rate: £450-£550 p/d (DOE)
• Days: 5 p/w
• Hybrid: 2 days in office p/w
• Location: West Midlands
• Start Date: September/October

Responsibilities

• Support the year-end closedown process for 2025/26.
• Draft key sections of the statement of accounts (expenditure, funding, analysis, balance sheet etc.).
• Prepare and review working papers and financial statements in line with CIPFA Code of Practice.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external auditors to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
• Finalise reconciliations of control accounts.
• Provide technical accounting advice and support to the wider finance team.

Requirements

• Be a qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent).
• Have extensive experience in local government finance, particularly year-end closedown.
• Have a strong understanding of public sector accounting standards and regulations.

How to Apply

If you match the above criteria then please don't hesitate to reach out and send your CV or call me on (phone number removed).

Equality and Diversity

g2 Recruitment are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law