Butler Rose is delighted to be working alongside our public sector client based in Harrow. We are seeking a skilled Service Accountant to join their team and provide professional financial advice and support to a designated service Division or Directorate. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to public sector financial management and drive strategic improvements in a dynamic environment.


This will be a temporary contract up until the end of June 2025, with office-based working and paying up to £450 per day UMBRELLA.


Key Responsibilities
* Deliver expert financial advice and support, acting as a _critical friend_ to service managers while upholding financial best practices.
* Coordinate the preparation, monitoring, and closure of revenue and capital budgets for the relevant service area.
* Build and maintain strong working relationships with service directorates to facilitate effective decision-making.
* Lead or participate in improvement projects and transformation initiatives within the Division.
* Provide financial training to service and budget managers, fostering a strong financial management culture.
* Produce timely and accurate financial reports, ensuring robust forecasts and risk management.
* Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory guidance, and Council financial regulations.


What We're Looking For
* Proven experience in financial management within the public sector or similar environment.
* Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage complex, high-risk budgets.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to challenge and support service managers.
* Commitment to professional development and keeping up with best practices.
* A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a focus on continuous improvement.
If this role sounds of interest please apply or contact Cerys Kirby-Thirlwell.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£450 - £450
Per day
Up to GBP450.00 per day

London

Temporary

Added 19/02/2025

Service Accountant

London
Temporary

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