Senior Financial Accountant

Sellick Partnership; Ringway; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking an Interim Senior Financial Accountant for a hybrid role based in the North West. The successful candidate will support the Head of Finance during the critical year-end close down period, with responsibilities including balance sheet reconciliation and corporate finance tasks. Ideal applicants will possess a CCAB qualification, management experience, and a background in local authority finance, bringing proven ability to deliver results in a complex setting. This interim assignment spans 6 to 9 months, offering competitive day rates.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Hybrid working

Experience with local authorities

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with CCAB membership and evidence of CPD.
• Experience working in a local authority setting.
• Ability to provide value during year-end close processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Finance with year-end close down.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliation.
• Manage corporate finance responsibilities.
• Assist with Treasury functions.

Skills

CCAB qualification

Management qualification

Experience in local authority finance

Ability to assist with team coordination

Job description

Interim Senior Financial Accountant – £400 to £500 p/day – Interim, Full time – North West (hybrid/remote working)

Interim Senior Financial Accountant opportunity to add value to an evolving Local Authority in the North West for a 6 to 9‑month interim assignment. As the Interim Senior Financial Accountant you will support the Head of Finance over and through the year‑end close down period.

Key responsibilities

• Reporting to the Head of Finance and supporting on all matters year‑end close down related
• Balance sheet reconciliation
• Corporate finance responsibilities
• Supporting the Treasury function

Essential experience

• A CCAB qualification as well as a management qualification, with membership of a relevant accountancy body and evidence of CPD.
• Previous Local Authority background
• Proven ability to add value in a large year‑end close down setting
• Ability to assist with the co‑ordination of the wider team would be advantageous

Benefits of the role

• Solid and supportive team environment
• Adding value to CV with another Local Authority interim role
• Hybrid working

This is an exciting opportunity for an interim who thrives on delivering results at year end. The role is hybrid – the client is open to discussing working patterns for the right candidate.

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