We re looking for a Financial Reporting Manager for our public sector client based in Surrey on an initial 3 month contract paying £511 per day Inside IR35. This role offers hybrid working, with an expectation to attend the office on a regular basis. The successful candidate will be CCAB qualified and have strong experience within Local Government finance, particularly around year-end accounts and financial control. You will be responsible for leading the annual close process, maintaining ledger integrity, supporting statutory reporting, and providing expert financial advice to senior stakeholders. The role also includes oversight of balance sheet management, collection fund accounting, banking arrangements, and liaison with internal and external audit. Key requirements: • CCAB (or equivalent) qualified • Proven experience closing Local Authority accounts • Strong knowledge of financial reporting and governance within a Council setting • Experience working with senior finance leaders and auditors • Ability to lead and support a small finance team Interested? Please apply below Local Government Finance, Statement of Accounts, Financial Control, Collection Fund, Audit, CCAB, Surrey, Hybrid, Inside ..... full job details .....