Finance Specialist - IFS 16/ Statements of accounts

Interim Finance Specialist - IFRS 16 / Statement of Accounts

A Unitary Authority

6-month contract | Primarily remote | Market day rate

Panoramic Associates is working with a unitary authority seeking an experienced interim finance professional to provide technical accounting expertise, particularly on IFRS 16 lease accounting .

The Role

This is a hands‑on, technical interim role. The successful candidate will support either (or both):

Option 1 - IFRS 16 / Lease Accounting (preferred)

• Review and interpret lease agreements in line with IFRS 16

• Assess and model leases, ensuring correct accounting treatment

• Review and validate the lease register

• Resolve technical issues relating to lease accounting

Option 2 - Statement of Accounts Production

• Support the production of the Statement of Accounts

• Work alongside an existing team that will close the accounts, but requires additional resources to produce them

• Assist with technical accounting queries raised during the audit

Essential Experience

• Proven experience working in a large local authority

• Strong technical accounting background

• Experience with Statement of Accounts and/or IFRS 16

• Ability to work independently and deliver to tight deadlines

Desirable / Transferable Experience

• NHS finance experience will be acceptable (particularly where lease interpretation is involved)

• Experience working with estates or asset systems

• Familiarity with P2Net (desirable, not essential)

Location & Working Pattern

• Role is primarily remote

• Occasional on‑site attendance may be required, though systems (including P2Net) can largely be accessed remotely

Contract Details

• 6‑month contract

• Day rate: Market rate (subject to approval)

Apply now, and I will get in touch in order of receipt.