Interim Schools/DSG Accountant Local Government 6 month contract £500-£600 per day, depending on experience 3 days a week on site - London About the client Morgan Law is seeking an Interim Schools/DSG Accountant for a local authority in London. Accountabilities To act as a Schools Specialist Finance Business Partner for the Dedicated Schools Budget and associated budgets, providing financial advice and support to the DCS, Education Director and School's Forum & Schools To visit and support schools prepare, draft and implement deficit recovery plan To review the financial position of Schools, evaluate the measures implemented to address deficits, assess the effectiveness of the deficit recovery plan, and provide assurance to the local authority Budget monitoring and forecasting Provision of accurate and timely reports on relevant financial issues and performance Providing data analysis and options appraisal to enable decision making Budget setting and financial planning Year end processes including providing specified notes to the accounts Candidate Requirements CCAB or CIMA Qualified with post qualification finance / accounting experience (E) Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Demonstrable knowledge of Local Government accounting principles, policies and practices and ability to lead a team through the year end closure of accounts. Ability to build constructive relationships with Headteachers and Governors Experience of providing financial support to schools Immediately available for work (E)