Interim Principal Accountant

Interim Principal Accountant

• Local Government - London
• 6 month initial contract
• £550+ p/d (Inside IR35)
• 2-3 days a week on site

About the client
Morgan Law is seeking an interim Principal Accountant for a Local Authority in the London area to work with the Chief Accountant to get the accounts finalised.

Accountabilities

• Closure of accounts Excel model (advanced spreadsheet skills)
• Collection fund accounts
• Capital financing and fixed asset experience
• Preparation of statement of accounts
• Experience with liaison with external auditors

Candidate Requirements

• Ability to work autonomously
• Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent) (E)
• At least 5 years experience as a Closure Accountant in a local authority setting and a deep knowledge of statutory accounting requirements (E)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Immediately available for work

Campaign Timeline
This is an urgent post and is open until filled.

Equality & Diversity Statement
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.