Finance Manager (Technical) - Interim Rate: 400 - 500 per dayLocation: Southwest - hybrid working - minimum 3 days per week on siteContract: 6 months +Sellick Partnership is happy to be supporting a Local Government client in their search for a Finance Manager (Technical) for an initial 6 month contract. This is a hybrid role - you will be required to work on site at least 3 days per week. Key responsibilities of the Finance Manager (Technical) will include:Assist in the preparation of the Council''s annual Statement of Accounts, including the production of supporting working papersSupport the annual external audit process by liaising with auditors, responding to audit queries and contributing to the timely completion of the auditPrepare monthly VAT returns and provide technical advice on VAT legislationManage the Council''s vehicle leasing programmePrepare financial journals and technical accounting adjustments to ensure accurate financial reportingProduce monthly management accounts for Council charitiesCollaborate with Council services, schools, partner organisations and other local authorities to gather financial information required for statutory reportingDeputise for senior finance colleagues at meetingsMaintain a strong working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), the CIPFA Code of Practice on Local Authority Accounting, UK GAAP and Charity SORP to ensure compliance with current accounting standardsRequired experience/qualifications of ..... full job details .....