Interim Closedown Support Accountant

A Local authority client of mine based in Hertfordshire are currently on the lookout for a Financial Accountant to join their team on a short term interim basis to assist them through year end.

Job Title: Interim Closedown Support Accountant

Contract Length: 3 Months +

Location: Hertfordshire

Hybrid: X2 days in office per week

Pay: 350- 450 per day (Depending on experience)

Start Date: ASAP

Key Duties:

• Lead/support month-end and year-end closedown (journals, accruals, prepayments)
• Prepare and support statutory accounts in line with CIPFA Code of Practice
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve variances
• Support external audit with working papers and queries
• Ensure compliance with CIPFA guidance and internal controls

Successful candidates:

• Must have specific local authority closedown experience.
• Must have specific experience performing the above listed job duties before.
• Must be willing to work in office on a hybrid basis.

If you match the above criteria and are interested then please don't hesitate to reach out and send your CV or call me on (phone number removed).