Interim Accountant – Final Accounts & Capital ProgrammeLocation: Exeter (Hybrid or Remote)Rate: Up to £300 per dayDuration: 6+ months | Start: ASAPHays are seeking an experienced interim finance professional to support our clients year‑end closedown and strengthen their capital programme reporting during a critical period.This role provides essential capacity to ensure they meet their Final Accounts obligations, produce a high‑quality CIPFApliant Statement of Accounts, and maintain strong oversight of our capital programme.Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and support year‑end closedown and production of the Statement of Accounts (CIPFA Code).
2. Prepare technical journals, reconciliations, and audit‑ready working papers.
3. Liaise with external auditors and manage information requests.
4. Oversee capital accounting including asset register, valuations, impairments, and capital financing.
5. Monitor capital programme spend, forecasts, risks, and reporting.
6. Strengthen processes, controls, and documentation across Final Accounts and capital areas.
About You
7. Significant Localernment finance experience at senior/principal level – not essential.
8. Proven delivery of year‑end closedown and CIPFApliant accounts.
9. Strong capital accounting and capital programme reporting skills.
10. Ideally CCAB qualified (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience.
Working Arrangements
11. Hybrid or remote working available
12. Occasional visits to Exeter for key meetings
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