Finance Manager (Capital) - Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority to appoint an Interim Finance Manager to support the Council''s technical year-end capital accounting process. This is a hands-on interim assignment focused on delivering robust capital accounting, maintaining the fixed asset register and ensuring statutory compliance during year-end close. What''s on Offer Rate: £500 - £600 per day (negotiable)Contract length: 3-6 months initiallyFull-timeHybrid workingStart: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will take responsibility for technical capital accounting and support the production of the Statement of Accounts. Key responsibilities: Leading technical capital year-end close Updating and maintaining the Fixed Asset Register Preparing and reviewing capital journals and adjustments Drafting and reviewing capital-related notes to the accounts Ensuring compliance with the CIPFA Code of Practice Reconciling capital expenditure, financing and asset movements Producing high-quality working papers for external audit Supporting statutory closure deadlines About You You will ideally have: CCAB qualification (CIPFA / ACCA / CIMA) Strong Local Authority capital accounting experience Proven experience delivering year-end close within a Council Sound technical knowledge of capital financing, MRP, component accounting and asset valuations Experience supporting external audit How to Apply If you are interest