6 government jobs found

We are seeking a qualified Management Accountant to join a well‑established public sector organisation in Sheffield on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. Supporting the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in delivering timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting to support operational and strategic decision‑making.This role will take ownership of monthly management accounts, budgeting and forecasting cycles, variance analysis, and financial performance reporting across service areas. You will also partner closely with operational teams to provide financial guidance, ensure robust cost control, and support value‑for‑money initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a technically strong accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), confident in a business‑partnering environment, with experience in housing, ALMOs, local government, or other public‑sector settings being highly advantageous. Strong Excel skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to communicate complex financial information...

Finance Officer Location: London Contract: Temporary Salary: £23.43 umbrella / £18.86 PAYE Exclusive / £21.14 PAYE Inclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a housing association in London for a Finance Officer to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the accounts payable process and contribute to the financial stability of the company by effectively managing and recording all payments made. Key Responsibilities Managing the accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and all other payments. Maintaining proper financial records. Reviewing and reconciling supplier accounts and all payments made, ensuring accuracy and identifying any discrepancies. Adhering to procedures and financial regulations when processing supplier invoices and other payments. Addressing any internal or external...

Interim Senior Procurement Officer - Highways and Transport Must be able to travel to Dorset Council (2 days a week in the office). Previous local government experience essential with working knowledge within Highways and Transportation. About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities within Dorset Council. Our service is built on our values of being ethical, trustworthy and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders. Location: Hybrid (2 days in office per week - some negotiation) Contract: Interim - 3 months - 37 hours a week Day Rate: £500 a day Start Date: Immediate Role Purpose We are seeking an experienced Interim Procurement Officer to lead urgent and complex procurements. This role will support the delivery of high-value contracts for public and school transport as well as operational highway contracts. The primary purpose of the recruitment is a...

Job Title: Assistant Financial Accountant -  SC Location: Hybrid/Fareham (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration: 6 Months Daily Rate: £574/day (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk national The Role: Supports the preparation of audited annual financial statements and external returns, acting as a key coordination point for NAO and other audit bodies. Manages audit liaison activities by maintaining robust reconciliations, preparing audit evidence packs, and providing clear explanations and supporting data for sample requests. Reviews, analyses, and interprets financial data to provide insight to managers, Finance Leadership, and wider finance colleagues, ensuring accuracy of accounts inputs and monthly reconciliations. Provides financial accounting and tax guidance across the organisation, escalating complex issues and engaging with  Technical Accounting and Tax Centres of Excellence where required. Ensures compliance with accounting...

Our client is seeking a talented individual to join their team as an Assistant Financial Accountant in the Defence Sector. This role offers a chance to expand your skills within a challenging and rewarding environment. Role: Assistant Financial Accountant Contract Length: 6 months Location: Fareham - 3 days/week on site IR35: In Scope Pay Rate: £(Apply online only)/day Security Clearance: Active SC clearance Key Requirements Qualification or progress towards qualification with CCAB or CIMA. Solid understanding of financial accounting and statutory accounts. Knowledge of financial reporting requirements (IFRS, FReM). Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Strong interpersonal skills and personal resilience in managing non-negotiable timescales and conflicting priorities. Desirable Attributes Awareness of government accounting and Managing Public Money. Experience with Oracle Financial Cloud software. Closing Statement: If you would like to discuss further about this...

The opportunity to work as a Pensions Accountant for a Local Authority in Bedfordshire. Pensions Accountant – the benefits of this role; * £500-£600 per day, inside IR35. * Initial 6-month contract, subject to any further extensions. * 35 hours per week on average. * Working remotely/ from-home 4 days per week – office presence required a day a week. * Main office based in Bedford. What your day-to-day could look like as a Pensions Accountant? * Timely and accurate payment and submission of pension payovers, court order deductions to HMCTS and salary sacrifice deductions to relevant benefits providers. * Production of robust and auditable monthly working papers supporting pension payovers, court deductions and salary sacrifice benefits. * Monthly Reconciliation of Pension Balance Sheet Code/Control Account (YKR031) ensuring that the closing balance reflects the payover liability for that month. Please note that the job description is current at the date...