Job Title: Chief Accountant

Client: Dudley Council

Duration: 6months

Location: Remote

Salary: Negotiable Day Rate

Requirement: Local Authority experience

Role Summary

* Lead the full closure of accounts for the 2025/26 financial year, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion

* Act as the primary liaison with external auditors, coordinating requests, resolving queries, and supporting a smooth audit process

* Prepare clear, well structured notes and supporting schedules for accountants to facilitate review and sign off

* Oversee the coordination, quality, and completeness of all working papers required for yearend and audit activities

* Manage and maintain the closedown timetable, ensuring all stakeholders meet deadlines and dependencies across the finance function