Interim Principal Accountant (Place) — Local Authority Finance

Morgan Law; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an Interim Principal Accountant for a local authority in London. This role involves ensuring compliance with the financial strategy, identifying budget savings, and providing high-quality financial advice. The ideal candidate will be CCAB or CIMA qualified with strong experience in local authority finance. This position offers a 6-month contract at £500 per day, requiring 2-3 days a week on-site presence.

Qualifications

• CCAB or CIMA Qualified with post qualification finance/accounting experience.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Strong strategic financial business partner experience in a local authority.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the requirements of the Council's financial strategy are met.
• Identify savings within the financial budget to support the MTFP.
• Assist in the development of financial plans, budgets, and forecasts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Excellent communication skills

Education

CCAB or CIMA Qualification

Job description

A recruitment firm is seeking an Interim Principal Accountant for a local authority in London. This role involves ensuring compliance with the financial strategy, identifying budget savings, and providing high-quality financial advice. The ideal candidate will be CCAB or CIMA qualified with strong experience in local authority finance. This position offers a 6-month contract at £500 per day, requiring 2-3 days a week on-site presence.