Interim Closedown Support Accountant

A Local authority client of mine based in Hertfordshire are currently on the lookout for a Financial Accountant to join their team on a short term interim basis to assist them through year end. Job Title: Interim Closedown Support Accountant Contract Length: 3 Months + Location: Hertfordshire Hybrid: X2 days in office per week Pay: £350-£450 per day (Depending on experience) Start Date: ASAP Key Duties: * Lead/support month-end and year-end closedown (journals, accruals, prepayments) * Prepare and support statutory accounts in line with CIPFA Code of Practice * Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve variances * Support external audit with working papers and queries * Ensure compliance with CIPFA guidance and internal controls Successful candidates: * Must have specific local authority closedown experience. * Must have specific experience performing the above listed job duties before. * Must be willing to work in office on a hybrid basis. If you match the above criteria and are interested then please don't hesitate to reach out and send your CV or call me on (phone number removed)