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Accountant

Job Description

Accountant
Location: London
Contract: Temporary (3-months initial)
Rate: £225-250 per day umbrella
Start Date: ASAP
*Hybrid Working*
Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk

Job Description
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in London for an Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. The Accountant will add value to and assist in the delivery of the professional services by providing expert financial advice to senior members.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assisting in the provision of expert analysis and advice, to aid the strategic decision making process.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with budget holders to stay informed about financial developments.
  • Produce accurate monthly forecasts and high-quality finance reports.
  • Oversee year-end account closures and liaise with auditors.
  • Lead finance-related statistical and grant returns.
  • Provide support and advice on key projects to senior management.
  • This position involves regular interaction with budget holders, senior officers and requires active participation in improving financial processes and compliance within a regulatory framework.
  • You will enhance the quality of financial monitoring and reporting, supporting key decision-making processes

Candidate Criteria

  • CCAB/CIMA Qualified Accountant or Equivalent
  • Experienced within a Local Authority Finance environment
  • Experience of providing expert financial advice to aid strategic processes
  • Experience of producing monthly forecasts with high-quality financial reporting skills
  • Great communication skills with the ability to work well on own initiative as well as part of a team.

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.