Chief Accountant

Chief Accountant - Interim (Remote) Spencer Clarke Group are working with a West Midlands Authority to appoint an experienced Interim Chief Accountant to lead on the delivery of the Statement of Accounts and year-end close down. This is a key technical leadership role, requiring strong Local Authority experience and the ability to drive a robust and timely closedown process. What's on Offer Day Rate: £500 - £600 per day (negotiable) Contract Length: 6 months initially Working Pattern: Remote Start Date: ASAP The Role You will take ownership of the 2025/26 financial year-end process, ensuring high-quality delivery of statutory accounts and a smooth audit. Key responsibilities include: Leading the full closure of accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance Acting as the primary liaison for external audit, managing queries and audit requirements Overseeing the preparation of notes, disclosures, and supporting schedules Coordinating and reviewing all working papers for year-end and audit Managing the closedown timetable and ensuring key deadlines are met across finance Providing technical accounting guidance across the finance team About You You will bring: Proven experience leading Local Authority year-end closure Strong technical accounting knowledge within the public sector Experience managing external audit processes and relationships Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and deliver to tight deadlines CCAB qualification (CIPFA / ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience How to Apply If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail. We also offer a referral scheme of up to £300 - if you know someone suitable, feel free to pass this on