6 months contract with a local authority

Rate: £26 per hour umbrella

Summary

This 6-month contract role with a local authority offers an opportunity to provide expert accountancy support within the Finance Directorate. The position is crucial for ensuring effective financial management, adherence to statutory and regulatory standards, and delivering high-quality financial services. The successful candidate will offer financial advice, monitor budgets, maintain financial controls, and contribute to the Council's Section 151 responsibilities. Additionally, the role involves supporting service improvements, business change initiatives, and achieving value-for-money outcomes across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert financial advice and support to managers and service areas.
• Assist in the preparation, monitoring, and management of revenue and capital budgets.
• Conduct financial forecasting and identify budget pressures, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare management accounts, financial reports, and performance information for stakeholders.
• Maintain effective financial controls and ensure compliance with financial regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.
• Support the preparation of statutory accounts, financial statements, and audit requirements.
• Assist with grant claims, financial returns, and external reporting obligations.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing necessary financial information.
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and the development of financial management processes.
• Support budget holders in understanding financial performance and achieving value for money.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of financial records and systems.