12 weeks contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
• Bromley Council is seeking a Principal Finance Officer (Financial) to join the Finance – Technical & Control team on a temporary 12-week assignment, supporting a peak in workload.
• The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting external audits and a range of ad hoc financial projects.
• This position is based at Churchill Court, 2 Westmoreland Road, Bromley, Kent, and offers 36 hours per week. The role falls inside IR35.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
• Support the completion of external audit requirements, ensuring compliance with all financial regulations and deadlines.
• Assist with the preparation, analysis, and reconciliation of financial statements and supporting documentation.
• Provide technical financial advice and guidance to colleagues and service managers across the Council.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of financial controls, systems, and processes.
• Prepare accurate financial reports and summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support ad hoc financial projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Liaise effectively with auditors, senior management, and other departments.
Skills/Experience:
• Part-qualified or fully qualified CCAB accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) desirable.
• Proven experience in local government or public sector finance.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, audit processes, and accounting standards.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret complex financial data and present it clearly.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
Additional Information:
• The closing date: 11/11/2025.
• Hours: 36 per week.
• Location: Bromley Council.