Service Accountant - Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a London Local Authority to appoint an Interim Service Accountant to provide proactive financial support across a range of service areas. This is a hands-on interim assignment focused on supporting budget holders through the full annual budget cycle, including budget setting, budget monitoring and accounts closure across both revenue and capital. What's on Offer Rate: £280 - £400 (Negotiable DOE) Contract length: 6 Months Full-time Hybrid working Start: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will provide high-quality financial advice, support and challenge to budget holders, helping services manage their finances effectively and identify emerging risks. Key responsibilities: · Supporting budget holders with budget setting, monitoring and accounts closure. · Providing accurate financial information across revenue and capital budgets. · Producing clear working papers and maintaining audit trails. · Building strong working relationships with service managers and stakeholders. · Providing financial information for returns, FOIs and internal/external requests. · Identifying emerging financial risks and supporting managers with solutions. · Providing project finance support where required. · Deputising for the Group Accountant where necessary. · Supporting and coaching Accountancy Assistants within the team. About You You will ideally have: · Experience in a customer-focused management accounting or service finance environment. · Experience supporting budget holders and managing cost centres. · Exposure to budget setting, budget monitoring and accounts closure. · Experience working across revenue and capital budgets. · Strong spreadsheet / Excel skills. · An understanding of local government finance and council services. · Fully qualified AAT, part-qualified CCAB, or relevant accounting experience within a large organisation. How to Apply If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. INDSCGBR We also offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to £300. If you know someone suitable, please ask them to email their CV to, including your details. T&Cs apply.