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Interim Principal Accountant - Childrens

£33.6 - £39.4 per hourEstimated

Interim Principal Accountant – Children Services
Local Government

  • 6 month contract
  • 500– 550 per day, depending on experience
  • 1 day a week on site – London


About the client
Morgan Law is seeking an Interim Principal Accountant – Children Services for a local authority in London.

Accountabilities
  • Preparation of the annual budget for the service area, including the development of complex staffing budgets following service reorganisation.
  • Preparation of monthly budget monitoring reports, including detailed variance analysis, identification of cost pressures, and provision of clear financial commentary.
  • Responding to external audit queries and providing additional financial information and supporting documentation as required.
  • Providing high–level financial advice, guidance, and support to the Service Director and Senior Managers.
  • Maintaining and updating the corporate grants register and financial training manual, as well as delivering financial training and guidance to Budget Managers.


Candidate Requirements

  • CCAB or CIMA qualified accountant, with relevant post–qualification experience in finance and accounting
  • High level of attention to detail with strong analytical and problem–solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders
  • Demonstrable experience in Childrens Social Care within a local authority environment
  • Strong strategic Finance Business Partnering experience gained within a local authority setting
  • Available to start immediately
Vacancy posted 6 days ago
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