Accountant - Public Sector

• Hourly Rate: £24.30
• Location: LS1, Leeds
• Job Type: Temporary, Full-time (Interim)
• Office Requirement: Approximately 2 days per week

We are seeking a qualified Accountant to act as a finance partner to Professional Services leads within a public sector environment. This interim role requires a professional who is adept at financial management and experienced in working with senior management to present monthly financial positions. Experience in a Local Authority setting is preferable.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Act as the day-to-day finance partner to Professional Services leads.
• Manage financial aspects including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Present monthly financial positions to senior management.
• Proactively participate in and lead key financial accounting tasks such as the production of statutory annual accounts, reconciliations, external returns, and claims.
• Lead on revenue and capital budget planning, monitoring, variance analysis, forecasting, and reporting of key variances.
• Work in partnership with Directorate budget controllers/holders, providing advice, challenging when necessary, and resolving issues.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Qualified Accountant – ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, or equivalent.
• Experience in financial management including budgets, forecasts, and variances.
• Proven track record of working with senior management.
• Preferable experience in a Local Authority setting.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to handle complex financial data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders.

Benefits:

• Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support.
• Secure and user-friendly online system for timesheet management.
• Self-service portal for holiday requests, payslips, and other employment documents.
• Access to free training, discount clubs, healthcare options, and Reed rewards.
• Inclusion in pension schemes, paid holiday schemes, and maternity benefits.
• Opportunities to work with leading UK employers including local authorities, the NHS, and local SMEs.

To apply for this Accountant position in the public sector, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.