Interim Closedown Support Accountant

G2 Recruitment Group Limited; Willenhall; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government consultancy seeks an Interim Closedown Support Accountant in the West Midlands. The role involves supporting the year-end closedown process and preparing financial statements, requiring strong local government finance experience. Candidates must be qualified accountants with a solid understanding of public sector standards. The contract lasts for 9 months, offering a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• 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 the statement of accounts.
• Prepare and review working papers and financial statements.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external auditors.
• Finalise reconciliations of control accounts.
• Provide technical accounting advice.

Skills

Local government finance

Public sector accounting standards

Financial statement preparation

Education

Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)

Job description

Job Opportunity - Interim Closedown Support Accountant - West Midlands

One of my local Government clients based in the West Midlands are currently on the lookout for a Closedown Support Accountant to join their team on an interim basis.

Job Details

• Contract Length: 9 Months +
• Pay Rate: £450-£550 p/d (DOE)
• Days: X5 p/w
• Hybrid: X2 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.