The Opportunity We are looking to speak with experienced Interim Chief Accountants and Corporate Finance Managers who have a strong background in Local Government and are considering their next contract. We are particularly interested in hands-on technical accountants who can take ownership of statutory accounts, year-end closedown and wider corporate finance responsibilities, rather than solely overseeing the work of others. Key Responsibilities * Lead the preparation and delivery of local authority Statements of Accounts. * Manage year-end closedown, external audit and technical accounting matters. * Oversee balance-sheet reconciliations, working papers and statutory disclosures. * Provide technical advice on capital accounting, fixed assets, reserves and treasury management. * Support cash-flow forecasting, financial controls and corporate reporting. * Resolve outstanding audit queries and improve the quality of financial information. * Support finance teams through periods of change, vacancies or increased workload. About You * Fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA). * Recent experience in a Local Authority finance team, ideally at district, borough or county council level. * Proven hands-on experience preparing Statements of Accounts. * Strong understanding of the CIPFA/LASAAC Code and local government accounting requirements. * Comfortable working independently and delivering against challenging deadlines. * Previous Interim Chief Accountant, Deputy Chief Accountant, Technical Accountant or Corporate Finance Manager experience