Accountant

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• Redbridge Council is seeking an experienced Treasury and Pensions Accountant on a temporary basis (13 weeks).

• The role supports operational treasury and pensions accounting, alongside strategic deliverables such as committee reports.

• You will work closely with the part\-time Principal Accountant and the wider pensions admin team (separate function).

• This is a hybrid role, requiring at least 2 days per week on\-site at 255–259 High Road, Ilford, Greater London, IG1 1NN.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Manage day\-to\-day treasury and pensions accounting for the Council.

• Prepare and contribute to committee reports related to treasury and pensions.

• Perform hands\-on year\-end accounting for treasury and pensions areas.

• Liaise with pensions administration and internal finance teams to ensure accurate reporting.

• Support operational and strategic financial tasks within the Treasury & Pensions remit.

• Ensure compliance with Local Authority accounting standards and statutory requirements.

Skills/Experience:

• Significant experience in Local Authority Treasury and Pensions accounting.

• Strong technical knowledge of treasury, pensions, and financial reporting.

• Proven experience in committee report preparation.

• Hands\-on year\-end accounting experience.

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team.

• Familiarity with relevant financial systems and reporting tools.

Additional Information:

• Temporary contract: 13 weeks.

• Hours: 36 per week.

• Rate: Limited/Umbrella £111.13/hr.

• The closing date: 06/02/2026.

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