Job Description

SEND High Needs Accountant

North London Local Authority (Hybrid – 2 days on-site)

£575 per day (Umbrella)

Full-time Interim Contract (3 Months Initially)

We're working with a North London Local Authority to recruit an experienced SEND High Needs Accountant to lead financial management for the High Needs Block within the Education & Inclusion directorate.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced local government finance professional to play a key role in supporting SEND services, providing strategic financial advice, and driving sustainable financial planning across education.

The role will involve:

Leading financial management for the High Needs Block and Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG)

Budget monitoring, forecasting, and financial reporting

Business partnering with senior leaders across Education, SEND, and Inclusion

Supporting service transformation through financial modelling and business case development

Producing statutory financial information and supporting year-end closedown

Identifying financial risks, efficiencies, and savings opportunities

Leading and developing a small finance teamWe're looking for candidates with:

CCAB, CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualification (or equivalent experience)

Strong local authority finance experience

Experience supporting SEND, Schools, Education, or High Needs Block finance

Excellent financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting skills

Knowledge of DSG funding, statutory accounting, and local government finance

Strong stakeholder management and business partnering experienceWhy Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss this vacancy further or any other opportunities, please contact Elise Revett or email in your updated CV to us at Ackerman Pierce