Accounting jobs in Public Sector

This is an exciting opportunity for a Qualified Financial Accountant to this leading Government body that focuses on financial services. The role will provide financial control and reporting for over £240bn of investments.

We are seeking an interim Chief Accountant to join a Local Authority in London. This temporary position requires expertise in accounting and finance to manage and oversee financial operations effectively within a Local Authority.

This role supports senior finance leaders by managing financial reporting, accounts payable, and compliance processes while helping to strengthen financial governance and culture across the organisation. It involves leading on annual accounts, overseeing audits, ensuring timely payments, and providing technical accounting advice to maintain strong financial controls and continuous improvement.

We are seeking a diligent Management Accountant to join a reputable organisation on the south coast. This role requires expertise in Accounting & Finance to provide essential financial support and analysis.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Group Reporting Accountant to join a prestigious public sector organisation in London. The role involves managing financial reporting processes and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

A hands-on local government accountant leading statutory reporting, controls, and team support.

We are looking for an Assistant Management Accountant to support the month-end process, management reporting, and financial analysis. This role offers broad exposure across the finance function and the opportunity to develop into a fully rounded management accountant.

This temporary Band 7 Management Accountant role is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to contribute to financial planning and reporting in the public sector. The successful candidate will support the Accounting & Finance department in delivering accurate and timely financial information to stakeholders

We are seeking an experienced Fixed Assets Accountant to join our finance team on a six-month contract based in Canary Wharf. This newly established role is critical to supporting the government's accounting requirements for the 2025/26 financial year, specifically focusing on the revaluation of fixed assets in compliance with HM Revenue & Customs guidelines.

This role is for a temporary Part Qualified Management Accountant based in Southampton. The position involves supporting financial operations and providing crucial insights for decision-making processes.

Lead the HRA, housing budgets, revenue monitoring, and year-end accounts, requiring strong local government housing finance expertise and close partnership with senior housing leaders.

The Project Support Finance Officer will play a key role in supporting financial processes and reporting within the Finance department. This temporary position in the public sector is based in London and is ideal for someone with a strong background in financial operations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Temp Finance Business Analyst to work within the Public Sector in Pontypridd. The role involves analysing financial data and providing actionable insights to support decision-making processes.

This opportunity places you at the forefront of a historic institutional transformation: the implementation of a new, state-of-the-art financial system. With the commencement of the implementation phase this winter and a planned transition to live operation in the 2027/28 financial year, you will be integral to a major organisational and fiscal overhaul.

Provide financial insight and support to budget managers to drive informed decisions and effective resource management.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Business Partner to play a pivotal role within the public sector. The role requires expertise in accounting and finance to provide strategic financial guidance and support to various stakeholders.

Join a busy retail organisation as a Finance Assistant based in Slough, supporting the accounting and finance department with key operational tasks. This role offers the chance to build valuable skills in a fast-paced environment.

We're looking for a proactive Finance Manager to join our central finance team supporting 20 academies. This is a pivotal role where you'll lead a team of five Finance Assistants, oversee financial operations, and deliver insightful analysis to drive strategic decisions.

This leading public body with a global reach is looking to recruit a Financial Reporting and Tax Manager to join its finance team in Birmingham. The role will be focused on the production of Statutory Accounts and Audits and is an excellent opportunity for someone well versed in FReM and IFRS.

This temporary role as a Payroll Systems Lead in the public sector involves overseeing payroll processes and ensuring compliance with relevant policies. Based in London, the role requires expertise in payroll processes and system implementation(Oracle Fusion)

We are looking for a Credit Controller to join our Accounting & Finance team in Sutton. You will be responsible for managing customer accounts, chasing outstanding payments, and ensuring invoices are processed and recorded accurately.

We are seeking a skilled Finance Business Partner to provide expert financial guidance and support within the not for profit sector. This temporary role is based in Southampton and requires a strong background in accounting and finance.

The Audit Manager is tasked with leading the delivery of high-quality operational audits across the organisation, with a particular focus on high-risk areas, incident investigation, and continuous improvement.

The Finance Business Partner will play a key role in providing financial insights and guidance to support decision-making within the business services industry. This temporary role requires expertise in accounting and finance to drive performance and ensure accurate financial reporting.

The FP&A Analyst will play a pivotal role in supporting financial planning and analysis within the business. This position, based in Poole, requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in accounting and finance.

My client is looking for Accounts Payable Assistant to work as a member of the central Finance Department at Farnham, to carry out a variety of Accounts Payable duties. This will include; processing and resolving queries in relation to supplier invoices & staff expenses and associated weekly payments and reconciliation of supplier statements.

The Head of Forensic Investigations will lead teams which oversee and manage complex financial investigations. This role requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure compliance and uphold professional standards.

The Finance Assistant will be responsible for ensuring finance related tasks are effectively completed. You will have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and prioritise workload effectively, have excellent organisational and administrative skills, maintain confidentiality, remain calm under pressure and use tact and discretion when dealing with people.

The Retirement Proposition Manager will play a vital role in overseeing and developing retirement propositions, ensuring they align with the public sector's needs and expectations. This position requires expertise in finance and pensions to deliver effective solutions and contribute to the organisation's goals.

This leading Arm's Length Body (ALB) is currently looking to recruit a Qualified Accountant for a Business Finance Manager role. The position will allow the successful person to join the finance leadership team and oversee all aspects of Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable and cash flow reporting.