3 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
Redbridge Council is seeking an experienced Treasury and Pensions Accountant on a temporary basis (13 weeks).
The role supports operational treasury and pensions accounting alongside strategic deliverables such as committee reports.
You will work closely with the part-time Principal Accountant and the wider pensions admin team (separate function).
This is a hybrid role requiring at least 2 days per week on-site at 255259 High Road Ilford Greater London IG1 1NN.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Manage day-to-day treasury and pensions accounting for the Council.
Prepare and contribute to committee reports related to treasury and pensions.
Perform hands-on year-end accounting for treasury and pensions areas.
Liaise with pensions administration and internal finance teams to ensure accurate reporting.
Support operational and strategic financial tasks within the Treasury & Pensions remit.
Ensure compliance with Local Authority accounting standards and statutory requirements.
Skills/Experience:
Significant experience in Local Authority Treasury and Pensions accounting.
Strong technical knowledge of treasury pensions and financial reporting.
Proven experience in committee report preparation.
Hands-on year-end accounting experience.
Strong analytical and numerical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team.
Familiarity with relevant financial systems and reporting tools.
Additional Information:
Temporary contract: 13 weeks.
Hours: 36 per week.
Rate: Limited/Umbrella 111.13/hr.
The closing date: 06/02/2026.
Significant experience in Local Authority Treasury and Pensions accounting. Strong technical knowledge of treasury pensions and financial reporting. Proven experience in committee report preparation. Hands-on year-end accounting experience. Strong analytical and numerical skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team. Familiarity with relevant financial systems and reporting tools.