Job Description
Duration: 3-month rolling contract until end of July 2026 (possible extension)Location: Leeds city centre Day Rate: £300 - £450 per day PAYE Interview: Microsoft Teams
Overview
We have exciting opportunities within a Financial Accounting team to ensure completion of the Statement of Accounts and year-end close down.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and deliver the year-end close down process
* Prepare and support the completion of the Statement of Accounts (Local Authority)
* Provide hands-on technical accounting support during a busy period
* Work closely with internal finance teams to support statutory reporting deadlines
Essential Requirements
* Fully qualified accountant (CIPFA preferred; CCAB also considered)
* Proven hands-on experience of local authority year-end close down
* Strong background in preparing Statement of Accounts within a local authority setting
* Ability to hit the ground running with minimal handholding
* Prior Local Authority Experience
* Recently led LA year end and production of SoA.
Additional Details
* Must have Local Authority experience – essential
* Ideally Qualified
* Available immediately or on short notice