Treasury & Financial Accountant

Michael Page; Greater London; On-site; GBP 116,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Interim Treasury & Financial Accountant for a Public Sector role just outside London. You will oversee treasury operations, cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and statutory reporting, delivering timetabled statements.

Apply ACA/ACCA/CIMA knowledge to ensure CIPFA code compliance, manage VAT tasks, identify financial risks, and adapt to ad hoc duties while supporting the council's objectives.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting/finance qualification required (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Strong Treasury experience in Local Government or public sector.
• Proficiency with financial systems and tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead on cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning.
• Develop and implement investment strategies aligning with Treasury Management Policy.
• Prepare statutory treasury reports (TMSS, mid-year review, annual report).
• Ensure compliance with CIPFA Treasury Management Code and legislation.
• Support VAT function and compliance.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks (interest rate risk, counterparty risk).
• Undertake other duties as needed and be flexible to deliver services.

Skills

Treasury experience

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Regulatory knowledge

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Job description

As an Interim Treasury & Financial Accountant in the Public Sector, you'll oversee Treasury operations, ensuring the smooth management of budgets, reporting, and compliance. You will be asked to take on adhoc finance tasks, so a versatile mindset is essential

Public Sector organisation operating just outside London.

Description

• Lead on cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning to optimise investment opportunities
• Develop and implement investment strategies aligned with the Council's Treasury Management Policy.
• Prepare statutory treasury reports, including the Treasury Management Strategy Statement (TMSS), mid-year review, and annual report.
• Ensure compliance with the CIPFA Treasury Management Code and other relevant legislation.
• Support the Council's VAT function, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with treasury activities, including interest rate risk and counterparty risk.
• To undertake other duties which may arise or as may be delegated from time to time, commensurate with the skills required for this post.
• To deliver services effectively, the council requires a degree of flexibility from its workforce, whereby staff are required to perform work not specifically specified on their job description to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of services subject to the needs of the business.

Profile

A successful Finance Manager will have:

• A professional qualification in accounting or finance, such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA.
• Strong Treasury experience in Local Government.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Solid understanding of relevant financial regulations and compliance requirements.

Job Offer

• Daily rate of £630 to £770, dependent on the level of experience.
• Opportunity to work in the Greater London.
• Temporary position offering flexibility and a chance to make an impact.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.