Account Assistant jobs in United Kingdom

Local Government - Housing Association

• 9-12 month contract
• (Apply online only) per day
• 1-2 days a week on site

Morgan Law is seeking an Interim Management Accountant for a subsidiary company of a local authority.

• Lead the management accounting function for the property maintenance service, partnering closely with operational teams to provide financial insight, support decision‑making, and strengthen financial accountability.
• Produce monthly management accounts with clear, meaningful analysis, oversee budgeting and forecasting cycles, and monitor labour cost performance.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of key balance sheet items, ensuring timely and compliant regulatory returns, including subcontractor payments.
• Drive continuous improvements in financial processes and reporting, acting as a finance systems specialist to enhance data quality and maximise business value.

• Qualified accountant with strong experience in Management Accounting and Business Partnering, ideally within Repairs in a Housing Association environment.
• Solid understanding of assets and maintenance‑related financials.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong systems expertise with a track record of leading continuous improvement initiatives.

This is an urgent post and is open until filled.

Morgan Law shall not discriminate unlawfully when deciding which candidate/temporary worker is submitted for a vacancy or assignment, or in any terms of employment or terms of engagement for temporary workers. Morgan Law will ensure that each candidate is assessed only in accordance with the candidate's merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required by the particular vacancy.