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Interim Technical Accountant

Cedar

Posted 2 days ago, valid for 16 days

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

£80,000 - £96,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

Cedar is seeking an experienced Interim Technical Accountant for a local government client to assist with the financial year-end close for 2024/25.
The ideal candidate should be a fully qualified accountant with significant experience in local government finance and account closure processes.
Key responsibilities include preparing the Comprehensive Income and Expenditure Statement, ensuring compliance with financial standards, and conducting bank reconciliations.
Candidates should have in-depth knowledge of VAT and expertise in the public sector's Making Tax Digital submission process.
The position requires a salary of £400-£500 per day and significant experience in closing accounts.

Interim Technical Accountant - Local Government

Cedar is recruiting an experienced Interim Technical Accountant for a local government client, who will play a key role in the financial year-end close for 2024/25. This role requires a fully qualified accountant with a strong background in local government finance and substantial experience in account closure processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the preparation of the Comprehensive Income and Expenditure Statement and Cash Flow Statement, as well as related notes, including the Expenditure and Funding Analysis
Ensure accuracy and compliance with financial accounting standards across all statements and reconciliations.
Conduct bank reconciliations and managing a Financial Accountant within the team.
Utilise in-depth knowledge of VAT, with specific expertise in the public sector's Making Tax Digital submission process.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Fully qualified accountant (e.g., CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)
Significant experience in closing accounts
Proficient knowledge of public sector VAT accounting, including Making Tax Digital submissions.
Familiarity with CIS supplier processes is desirable.

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