Technical Accountant Closedown Review
26 days ago
Redditch
Technical Accountant - Closedown Review\n £500 per day | Interim Contract until 31 December 2026 | Mainly Remote \n We are recruiting for an experienced Technical Accountant to support a Local Authority client with a key Closedown Review workstream within its Finance Transformation Programme. This role will also provide support to the Corporate Finance Team, including Chief Accountant-related responsibilities as required. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Lead a fundamental review of the 2025/26 closedown process and Statement of Accounts.\n, • Assess revenue and capital closedown procedures, working papers, reconciliations and audit trails.\n, • Review team capacity, roles and responsibilities, governance and management oversight.\n, • Evaluate compliance with the CIPFA Code of Practice and Disclosure Checklist.\n, • Identify opportunities to streamline accounts production, strengthen balance sheet assurance and improve external audit readiness.\n, • Review findings from internal audit, external audit and previous independent reviews.\n, • Assess capital accounting, pensions, grants accounting, fixed asset processes and finance system controls.\nEssential Requirements\n\n, • Fully Qualified CCAB Accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).\n, • Minimum 5 years' post-qualified experience (PQE).\n, • Significant local government finance experience.\n, • Proven experience managing or supporting the closure of Statement of Accounts.\n, • Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of CIPFA requirements.\n, • Experience working with external auditors and driving process improvements.\nContract Details\n\n, • £500 per day (flexiable)\n, • Interim contract until 31 December 2026\n, • Mainly remote\n, • Approximately one office visit per month\n\n This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned local government finance professional to play a key role in improving closedown processes and supporting a wider finance transformation programme. \n