Technical Year-End / Close Down Accountant – AR

Job Details

Technical Year-End / Close Down Accountant

Location: Rugby Borough Council
Contract: Temporary – project-based
Start Date: ASAP
Working Pattern: Ideally 2–3 days per week in the office, with flexibility for the right candidate
Day Rate: Negotiable, dependent on experience

About the Role

Rugby Borough Council is seeking an experienced Technical Year-End / Close Down Accountant to support its year-end close-down programme as part of a wider financial transformation project.

The successful candidate will provide specialist technical accounting support, helping the council complete its year-end financial processes accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide technical accounting support throughout the year-end and financial close-down process.
  • Support the preparation and finalisation of the council’s year-end accounts.
  • Review financial information and assist with resolving technical accounting queries.
  • Support year-end reconciliations, journals and supporting working papers.
  • Assist with audit preparation and respond to relevant audit queries.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to the council’s finance team.

Essential Requirements

  • Recent experience working within a local authority finance team.
  • Extensive technical accounting and year-end close-down experience.
  • A strong understanding of local government accounting and financial reporting.
  • The ability to work independently and provide specialist technical support.
  • Availability to start at short notice, as long notice periods cannot be accommodated.

Desirable Experience

  • Previous experience working within a District or Borough Council.
  • Experience supporting financial transformation or year-end improvement programmes.

Interview Process

One-stage interview process, with interviews ideally taking place next week, subject to a suitable shortlist.

Please note: Candidates with exclusively private-sector or national government experience cannot be considered for this assignment.