Neway are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join our client based with Wirral MBC Start Date: 23rd June 2025 End Date: 14th September 2025 (likely to be extended), About the Role Wirral MBC is seeking a skilled Assistant Accountant to support its finance team during a key transition period. This interim role is ideal for someone who brings both technical knowledge and collaborative energy to a forward-thinking council.

You'll be part of a dynamic team that partners with non-finance departments to manage budgets, interpret financial data, and enhance decision-making across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Provide financial guidance to non-finance staff on budget monitoring and controls

Support the preparation of reports, forecasts, and annual budgets

Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities

Assist in the preparation of year-end accounts in line with statutory standards

Maintain and improve financial systems and reporting tools

Keep abreast of evolving financial regulations and best practice

Support financial audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective financial processes

Carry out additional duties as required by senior leadership

A recognised technical accountancy qualification or equivalent experience (e.g. AAT)

Strong understanding of financial management in the public sector

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Experience working in a financial monitoring or budgeting role

Proficiency with financial systems and intermediate Excel skills

Knowledge of accounting standards relevant to local government

Experience with year-end close processes and audit support

Bonus Points For

Degree-level education

Knowledge of local government finance and systems

Experience liaising with external auditors

Hours: 36 per week | Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:15 Rate: £18.25 PAYE / £23.42 Umbrella Contract Type: Interim (Agency Worker), Inside IR35