Accountant - Schools Finance (Interim)
Location: Haringey Council
Contract Length: 3+ Months
Pay Rate: £400-£450 per day (umbrella, DOE)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:
Haringey Council is seeking a skilled and experienced Accountant to join the Finance team on an interim basis, focusing on Schools Finance. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong knowledge of the local government sector to provide high-impact support during a key period.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, customer-focused financial support, analysis, and modelling to schools and education services.

• Provide expert financial advice to support schools in decision-making, budget setting, and financial management.

• Maintain and update accounting records to ensure timely and accurate management and statutory reporting.

• Support the development of the council's framework for financial reporting, forecasting, and control, across both revenue and capital budgets.

• Identify, assess, and contribute to the resolution of financial issues and risks.

• Assist with statutory reporting requirements from the Department for Education (DfE), including compliance with Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) and schools deficit recovery protocols.

Essential Requirements:

• Local government experience, ideally within a London borough.

• Strong knowledge of school finance, including Dedicated Schools Grant, DfE statutory reporting, and schools deficit recovery plans.

• Proven experience supporting schools with budget setting, monitoring, and financial reporting.

• Strong communication and analytical skills, with a proactive approach to solving complex financial challenges.

Pay and Duration:

• Rate: £400-£450 per day (umbrella, dependent on experience)

• Contract: Initial 3-month assignment, with potential for extension

• Working arrangements: Hybrid/flexible working may be considered