10 government jobs found

Chief Accountant A Local Authority in the South West is seeking an exceptional Interim Chief Accountant to lead its technical accounting function and steer the delivery of a complex and high-profile Statement of Accounts - Spencer Clarke Group is supporting the council in identifying a seasoned professional capable of operating at a senior strategic level. What's on offer £500+ per day, Inside IR35 (negotiable, dependent on experience) Hybrid working 3-month initial contract 37 hours per week, 09:00-17:00About the role The Chief Accountant serves as the council's professional lead for financial accounting, overseeing a wide-ranging portfolio that includes the Statement of Accounts, treasury management, VAT and Tax, banking, insurance, asset accounting, and the chart of accounts. You will ensure excellence in the council's financial control environment, act as the senior technical advisor on accounting regulation, and support strategic decision-making through high-quality...

Interim Strategic Finance Business Partner - (HRA) Local Government 6 month contract £600 per day 1 day a week on site About the client Morgan Law is seeking an Interim Strategic Finance Business Partner (HRA) for a local authority in the London area. Accountabilities Ensuring the requirements of the Council's financial strategy are met Deputise for and support the Head of Finance to deliver an expert professional service to the Housing service area in order to support the development, management and delivery of Council services Support the creation and monitoring of the Councils HRA 30 Year Business Plan Manage two staff Provide a broad range of strategic, corporate, and departmental financial planning, and budgeting services Support the long-term Capital Investment Strategy and lead on the Housing Capital Programme monitoring and capital financing Work collaboratively with Directors and Heads of Service in their departments and to members to ensure an integral part of...

Chief Accountant - Wiltshire Council Salary: £400 Per Day Hours: 37 Hours Working Schedule: Monday to Friday Contract Length: 3 Months + Location: Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA148JN Job Details A team manager responsible for a small team of specialist and professional staff in a discrete service or a large team of operational staff within the same service area. There may be more than one postholder at this level within the same functional or service area but each within a defined specialism. Will have responsibility for management of a direct budget for staff resources. Will report to a L3 head of service or a director. This role is a technical lead for the Councils accounts. It will report to the Director of Finance who is the professional lead reporting into the Corporate Director. Specific duties and responsibilities include: Providing high quality financial accounting and strategic management information in relation to the functions performed by the team. This role leads...

Pension Fund Payroll Manager A Local Authority in the South West who are looking to appoint a talented Pension Fund Payroll Manager on an interim basis are working with Spencer Clarke Group to find the successful candidate. What's on offer: Hourly Rate: £26 - £35 per week (negotiable based on experience) Please submit your CV with the rate you require Remote working 3-6 Month Initial Contract Contract type: Contract, full time Hours: 09:00 - 17:00 About the role: Based in the South West (Hybrid): The Council is seeking an experienced interim Payroll Manager to lead its pensioner payroll service, overseeing more than 16,000 monthly BACS payments worth around £100m per year. This is a key post within the Pension Fund, ensuring all payments are accurate, timely and fully compliant with statutory requirements. The role will also be responsible for planning and delivering the transition of the pensioner payroll from the Council's payroll system onto a new integrated pensions...

Immediate Start Available Pension Fund Payroll Manager - Wiltshire Council Salary: £215 Per Day Hours: 37 Hours Working Schedule: Monday to Friday Contract Length: 3 Months + Location: Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA148JN Job Details Office based, but may involve some travelling to other council buildings. We are looking for cover for our Pension Fund Payroll Manager. You will be responsible for leading a small team, administering the payroll for our 20,000 pensioners, using a payroll system which is integrated into our pensions administration system (Altair). You will be responsible for ensuring that all appropriate checks and controls are operating effectively, meeting payment and HMRC deadlines, and supporting the rest of the team. Organisational support job family overview: Delivery of services to support the Council and its partners in longer term; corporate compliance, contracting, planning, performance, policy and strategy. Focus on the business and service...

Accounts Assistant Location: Sbarc | Spark, Maindy Road, Cardiff, CF24 4HQ Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 1+ Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £14.13 Per Hour Job Ref: OR18766 Job Responsibilities Work with the Accountant and Finance Business Partner to manage financial accounting, reporting, and internal controls. Help prepare revenue budget estimates and close accounts monthly and quarterly. Monitor expenses and prepare grant claims and statistical returns. Manage income billing, track payments, and oversee cash flow processes. Oversee purchase requisitions, PO generation, and invoice processing. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of general ledger transactions. Manage banking arrangements, including reconciliations and cash flow forecasting. Assist with VAT account reconciliations and monthly VAT returns. Contribute to improving financial processes and systems. Support equality of opportunity and comply with health and...

Chief Accountant  Rate: £100 per hour Contract: 6 months Working Pattern: Hybrid (1 day per week in the office + occasional evening meetings) Are you an experienced senior finance professional ready to take on a high-impact interim role within a leading London local authority? We’re seeking a CCAB-qualified Chief Accountant to lead the Council’s Financial Accounting function and play a pivotal role in shaping strong financial governance. The Role Reporting to the Deputy Director of Finance & Property, you will take strategic and operational ownership of the Council’s financial accounting activities, ensuring compliance, transparency, and high-quality reporting. You will lead a team of up to 10 FTE, acting as the Council’s primary expert on financial accounting regulations and key advisor to the statutory Section 151 Officer.   Key Responsibilities Lead the production of the Council’s Single Entity and Group Accounts, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. Act as...

Finance Business Partner 5 Month Contract | £480 - £525 Per Day Umbrella | Birmingham, Hybrid   We are seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to join a high-profile UK infrastructure programme. Working within the CFO directorate, you will play a key role in providing financial insight, challenge, and assurance across a complex, multi-directorate environment.   Key Responsibilities Provide financial assurance, challenge, and oversight to senior stakeholders across multiple directorates. Represent Finance at monthly review meetings and investment/change panels. Review, analyse, and endorse business cases, investment papers, and change proposals. Ensure accurate IFRS-compliant accounting, including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments. Lead and oversee month-end close activities, delivering high-quality reporting, analytics, and variance commentary. Support year-end processes and engagement with external auditors. Review and challenge forecasts, ensuring alignment with...

About the Role We are seeking a highly capable and motivated Revenues Manager to lead our Revenues Team, overseeing the billing, collection, and recovery of Council Tax, Business Rates. You will be instrumental in ensuring our revenue services deliver excellent results, adhere to statutory requirements, and continuously evolve to meet customer expectations. As a key member of the Service Management team, you will take ownership of operational performance, systems oversight, audit compliance, and process improvement. You will also play a leading role in digital projects, departmental strategy, and stakeholder engagement. Key Responsibilities * Lead and develop the Revenues, Business Rates, and BID teams; set performance targets and ensure delivery against national and local standards. * Ensure compliance with corporate policies, statutory requirements, and deliver efficient service provision. * Design, review, and improve service processes and systems...

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...