Interim Senior Financial Reporting Manager

Interim Senior Financial Reporting Manager

Based in London, hybrid

Length: 6 months initially

Inside IR35

Rate: £500 per day via an umbrella company

We are seeking a highly experienced finance professional to take on an interim Senior Financial Reporting Manager role within a local authority. The successful candidate will have at least three years' recent experience operating at Deputy Chief Accountant level in a local government setting.

Key Responsibilities include:

Lead the completion and external audit of the Council's 2024/25 Statement of Accounts, ensuring full statutory compliance

Initiate and oversee preparations for the 2025/26 year-end closure, including robust in-year reconciliation procedures

Manage all aspects of the Collection Fund

Drive automation and digitisation of statutory financial returns using the Council's financial systems

Ensure high standards of efficiency, accuracy, and audit readiness

Experience and knowledge required:

Proven track record in end-to-end production of statutory accounts

Deep understanding of local government finance legislation

Strong leadership in complex financial environments

Experience in financial reporting and audit processes

To apply for this role or to find out about other jobs, please contact the London Local Government Recruitment team on or send your CV to

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