Interim Service Accountant

Interim Recharge Accountant needed to streamline cost allocations and improve financial reporting. A forward‑thinking Midlands local authority is embarking on a programme to strengthen financial reporting, improve cost transparency, and modernise key processes. As part of this journey, the council is seeking an Interim Recharge Accountant to help redesign how statutory recharges are calculated and applied across a range of ring‑fenced services. You’ll be joining a supportive finance team committed to improvement, clarity, and long‑term financial sustainability. Interim Accountant – RechargesIn this pivotal interim assignment, you will take the lead in reviewing and improving the council’s internal recharging processes across areas such as the Housing Revenue Account (HRA), Building Control, Land Charges, and Licencing.You will work closely with the Chief Accountant and other senior stakeholders to: Support the council’s move from a disclaimed audit opinion to an unqualified one. You will be an experienced accountant with strong technical expertise and a solid understanding of local authority finance. Knowledge of statutory and ring‑fenced fund requirements (HRA, Building Control, etc.). Experience working with recharges, cost allocations or complex financial modelling. Confidence in working directly with senior finance leaders. A collaborative approach, with the communication skills to support both finance and service managers. This is an excellent opportunity to make a visible impact in a well‑supported, improvement‑focused finance team. You will be working on a genuinely meaningful piece of work that will influence audit outcomes, strengthen financial governance, and help shape the council’s future reporting framework.A competitive day rate Hybrid working (approximately two days a week onsite) A 6‑month assignment with the potential to shape longer‑term change…