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