Published on 01/13/2010

In order for us to support this transfer we are looking for a qualified interim Accountant that can join our busy Finance team on a 6 month contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for collating and delivering the financial information required by the LGBCE, this will involve separating relevant financial data from that of the Electoral Commission. In addition, the role will be responsible for ensuring the LGBCE is set up on COINS, HM treasury network and with any other essential central government organisations. General support to the Finance team on delivery of management accounts, budget planning and routine finance work will also be required.
To be successful in this role, you must be a qualified accountant with experience of producing and adapting financial reports for different audiences, often within tight timelines. You will have financial expertise, excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

Interim Accountant
6 month contract starting in February 2010
c£200 – 300 per day
Central London

We are currently going through a period of change where a small part of our organisation (staff who currently work in the Boundary Reviews team and Legal Implementation team) will transfer out of the Electoral Commission with effect from 1 April 2010 and become a new body called the Local Boundary Commission for England (LGBCE). Further information about this can be found on our website http://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/boundary-reviews
In order for us to support this transfer we are looking for a qualified interim Accountant that can join our busy Finance team on a 6 month contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for collating and delivering the financial information required by the LGBCE, this will involve separating relevant financial data from that of the Electoral Commission. In addition, the role will be responsible for ensuring the LGBCE is set up on COINS, HM treasury network and with any other essential central government organisations. General support to the Finance team on delivery of management accounts, budget planning and routine finance work will also be required.
To be successful in this role, you must be a qualified accountant with experience of producing and adapting financial reports for different audiences, often within tight timelines. You will have financial expertise, excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail. An experience of collating and delivering financial information for start up organisations would be desirable.
If you are interested in this role please download the job description from our website http://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/about-us/jobs/contrator-vacancies and submit a CV and covering letter outlining why you feel you are suitable for the role. The successful candidate will be a contractor (not an employee of the Electoral Commission) and will be paid a daily rate through our payroll.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 20 January 2010, with interviews anticipated shortly afterwards.
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.