Job Opportunity – Interim Treasury Accountant Location: Southwest London (Hybrid Working) Rate: DOE P/D £ - Umbrella Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 6 Months Key Responsibilities * Lead on the council's treasury management function, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. * Manage cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning to maximise investment opportunities whilst maintaining appropriate cash balances. * Develop and implement investment strategies in line with the Council's Treasury Management Policy. * Monitor borrowing requirements and ensure compliance with the Prudential Code and treasury management regulations. * Prepare key treasury reports including the Treasury Management Strategy Statement, Mid-Year Review and Annual Treasury Report * Ensure compliance with the CIPFA Treasury Management Code and other relevant legislation. * Support the council's VAT function and ensure adherence to relevant financial regulations. * Liaise with treasury advisers, banks, auditors and other external stakeholders. * Identify, monitor and mitigate treasury-related risks including interest rate, liquidity and counterparty risks. * Provide specialist treasury advice and support to finance colleagues and senior stakeholders. Successful Candidates Will Have * Fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA or CIMA) or part qualified with significant treasury management experience within the public sector. * Proven experience managing treasury management activities within a local authority or public sector environment. * Strong understanding of treasury management principles, cash flow forecasting and investment management. * Knowledge of the CIPFA Treasury Management Code, Prudential Code and relevant local government finance regulations. * Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail and financial modelling capability. * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. * Experience using treasury management systems would be advantageous. * Previous experience implementing process improvements within a treasury function is desirable