Financial Accountant

https://www.malikshaw.com/job-search/2026-financial-accountant/finance/london/job2026-01-27 00:00:532026-02-01 malikshaw
Job Type Contract
Location London/ Hybrid
Area London, UK London UK London/ Hybrid
Sector Finance
Salary £450 Per Day
Start Date January 26th, 2026
Advertiser Leanne Howlett
Job Ref 7300-PSR1JP00099065
IR35 Inside
Security Clearance DBS/DS
Description
The Client:

 

A government department client is looking for a Financial Accountant to join them on a 3 month contract. This position will be based in  London/ Hybrid.

 

Job Summary:

Minimum Requirement: Must be FULLY qualified Financial accountant with industry - experience Financial experience/ Month/ Year End experience/ Audit Experience.

Essential Skills and Experience:



  • A relevant professional accountancy qualification (applicants must be qualified within a CCAB body) with post-qualification experience.

  • Prior experience of the preparation and/or audit of Central Government or other similar public sector financial statements.

  • Confidence and credibility with excellent communication and relationship management skills.

  • A proven ability to deliver outcomes involving strategic financial decision making, including influencing at a senior level.

  • Strong Excel skills.

  • Proven experience of delivering value for money through strong commercial awareness.

  • Strong collaboration and influencing skills with the ability to build an effective network of key stakeholders quickly.

  • Ability to act under own initiative and problem solve independently.

  • Pro-active, flexible, resilient, motivated and results oriented.



Desirable Skills and Experience:



  • Previous experience of line management of other financial colleagues.

  • An interest in the private security industry and/or public protection.



Essential Qualifications:



  • A relevant professional accountancy qualification (applicants must be qualified within a CCAB body) with minimum post-qualification experience of 3 years..



Our Company:

Malikshaw Interim & Executive is a specialist provider of talent management solutions helping our clients transform the delivery of our public services. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we combine providing the best talent with delivering diverse, inclusive workforces and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women.

 

How to Apply:

Please apply through the link provided to send your application directly to the Recruiter managing this assignment.

 

If you qualify for any of the above, please notify us on your covering letter and your recruiter will confirm if the client is a member. We will then be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview.

Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know.


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