Interim Financial Accountant 3-6 month contract £550 - £600 per day Hybrid working - London Office About the client Morgan Law are seeking an interim Financial Accountant for a Local Authority in the London area. Accountabilities Assisting and motivating a team delivering accounting, systems and capital finance activities. Producing high-quality annual accounts and supporting smooth external audit processes. Assisting the budget-setting cycle and contributing to medium-term financial planning. Maintaining robust financial controls and oversight of key financial processes. Providing clear, practical advice to senior Finance leaders in a rapidly changing public-sector environment. Candidate Requirements Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent) (E) 5 years experience as a Financial Accountant in a local authority setting and a deep knowledge of statutory accounting requirements (E) Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Immediately available for work Campaign Timeline This is an urgent post and is open until filled. Equality & Diversity Statement Morgan Law shall not discriminate unlawfully when deciding which candidate/temporary worker is submitted for a vacancy or assignment, or in any terms of employment or terms of engagement for temporary workers. Morgan Law will ensure that each candidate is assessed only in accordance with the candidate's merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required by the particular vacancy