One of my local government clients are currently recruiting an experienced Accounting Technician on a temporary basis. This is a 3-month minimum contract with the possibility of the role being extended further to work Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Hybrid working role were, however, you will be required to attend the office 2/3 times a week. Overview: * The purpose of the role is to provide support to the Senior Accountant to enable them to deliver high quality financial management, professional advice and accountancy services to the Director of Housing, Neighbourhood and Building Services (HNB), Heads of Service, Members and other key stakeholders via the Group Accountant or Finance Manager. Requirements: * Be a qualified Accounting Technician or a Graduate studying towards a full accountancy qualification. * Have the ability to form good relationships & provide a first-class service. * Be able to communicate effectively with staff at all levels, including senior officers. * Have experience of and the skills needed to meet deadlines. * Have experience of preparing budgets and be able to assist in the preparation of monthly budget monitoring reports, preparation of monthly accounts, financial monitoring and final annual accounts. * Be aware of the tools used to appraise and evaluating the financial implications of projects and proposals using accounting techniques and be able to prepare simple financia...