35 interim accountant jobs found

Interim Accountant 6 Month Contract Shrewsbury Seymour John is supporting a professional services client based in Shrewsbury who seek to recruit an Interim Accountant for a period of 6 months. The candidate will ideally be practice trained and be familiar with year-end financial accounts. The role is very much an office based role so that full training and support can be given. * To produce year end accounts comprising a profit and loss account, balance sheet and supporting notes and ‘audit’ the figures produced for any errors or omissions * Preparation of year-end financial accounts for limited companies, partnerships, sole traders, charities and trusts. The accounts are produced in excel using data from the system. * Preparation of contract accounts * Providing information in accordance with MTD for Income Tax * Liaising with third parties (e.g. accountants) and clients in providing information and reports as required. * Liaising with internal stakeholders and clients...

Interim Accountant (3-Month Contract) Public Sector £25.00 –£31.00 per hour DOE Môrwell Talent Solutions are delighted to be partnering with a public sector organisation to recruit an experienced Interim Accountant on an initial 3-month contract. Due to year-end requirements and internal structural changes, the Director of Finance is seeking an experienced finance professional to provide hands-on support across a variety of finance and systems-related tasks. This is a fantastic opportunity for an interim specialist who enjoys problem-solving, improving processes and supporting finance teams during busy periods. The Role Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, you will play a key role in supporting the finance team during a critical period. A key initial priority will be supporting the organisation following a recent finance system upgrade, helping resolve teething issues and ensuring processes are running smoothly. You will also provide support across several mini...

Job Advert Interim Accountant Fixed Term Contract – 12 months Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria The Role: The Interim Accountant role is to aid in the process of accurate and timely management accounting reporting for the central division, the role requires the use of multiple accounting systems and business partnering with a diverse amount of finance & non-finance stakeholders. What you’ll be doing: Reporting and FP&A for holding entities. Supporting the production of insightful monthly management accounts. Supporting accurate P&L and cash flow budgets and forecasts. Supporting System Improvement and Management for Central & Shared Services. Following streamlined processes in a strong internal control environment.Principle Accountabilities: Preparing the management accounts and assisting in the statutory reporting, external audit, forecasting and budgeting processes for James Fisher Asset Information Services Ltd- a trading James Fisher PLC subsidiary (including VAT...

Role overview: As a Management Accountant at, you'll provide essential management accounting, budgeting and reporting services to support our leadership and operational teams. You'll act as a trusted financial partner-offering expert advice, developing our financial systems, and ensuring that robust controls underpin everything we do. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across a wide range of financial activities, from transactional oversight and cash management to business partnering, audit support, and system development. You will also play a key role in producing high-quality financial information to Boards, Directorates and external partners. What we're looking for: * A qualified or part-qualified accountant (CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or equivalent experience * Strong experience in management accounting, ideally within the public sector or a similar environment * Excellent analytical skills with strong systems and Excel capability * A confident communicator...

Temporary Systems Accountant - Sage Intacct Implementation Job Type: Temporary / Contract (Immediate Start) Location: Birmingham (Hybrid) Overview We are seeking an experienced Qualified Accountant to support the ongoing implementation of Sage Intacct within our finance function. This is an immediate temporary assignment for a hands-on professional who can quickly integrate into the team and help drive the implementation forward. This role will suit a proactive and task-focused individual with strong systems implementation experience and a solid grounding in core finance processes. Key Responsibilities Support the implementation and optimisation of Sage Intacct Assist with configuration, testing, and process improvements within the system Ensure finance processes are effectively mapped and embedded within the new system Work across key finance functions including general ledger, purchase ledger, sales ledger, and credit control Identify and resolve issues...

Interim Technical Accountant - UK GAAP Implementation A large, Birmingham based business is seeking an Interim Technical Accountant to support the implementation of upcoming UK GAAP changes. This role will focus on assessing the impact of amendments to FRS 102, supporting the development of accounting policies, and ensuring the business is prepared for the new reporting requirements. Working closely with Group Finance and Financial Reporting teams, you will lead the technical analysis, document accounting positions, support transition planning, and help embed the new standards across the organisation. Key responsibilities: Assess the impact of amendments to FRS 102 Prepare technical accounting papers and policy updates Support transition planning and implementation Advise finance stakeholders on accounting treatment and disclosures Assist with revised financial statement disclosures and internal guidance Requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA /...

Axon Moore are working on an exciting opportunity for an experienced Statutory Accountant to join a large and complex organisation based in South Yorkshire on an interim basis. Reporting directly to senior finance leadership, you will take responsibility for the organisation’s statutory reporting requirements and play a key role in supporting the wider finance function. The key roles and responsibilities for this person will include: Preparation of statutory accounts Year-end reporting Act as the main point of contact with external auditors, providing audit schedules and supporting documentation Responding to audit queries Writing technical accounting papers  Review the balance sheet areas and disclosure The ideal candidate requirements for this role will include the following: Qualified Accountant (preferably ACA or ACCA from a Practice background) Strong technical accounting experience Able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.  This is a...

About the Business An opportunity to join an Interim Senior Project Accountant (6 months) role with a large, well-established organisation based in Birmingham, offering hybrid working and strong potential for the contract to be extended. The position will support the finance function through a significant period of change, focusing on systems implementation and embedding updated accounting policies across processes and reporting, while working closely with key stakeholders across the business. Main Duties: As an Interim Senior Project Accountant, your main duties include: * Assess the impact of updated accounting requirements on revenue streams, contracts, and lease arrangements. * Lead & Implement revised FRS 102 revenue recognition requirements * Review existing accounting policies and identify required changes under revised standards. * Analyse contracts and financial data to determine impacts on revenue recognition and lease accounting. * Support the...

Sewell Wallis is partnering with a leading South Yorkshire PE-backed business in Sheffield, who are seeking a highly skilled Project Accountant to join their team on a 9-12 month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute during a pivotal growth phase for the company, combining essential accounting duties with a focus on process automation, system integration, and driving continuous improvements. If you have a strong background in change management and systems automation, this role is ideal for you, as you'll be key to enhancing operational efficiency and reducing manual tasks across the business. What will you be doing? Lead projects focused on streamlining finance processes and minimising manual work. Champion system adoption by encouraging wider use of Sage Intacct and Salesforce in finance workflows. Act as a change agent, influencing key stakeholders and embedding best practices. Support the month-end close process, including preparing and...

Interim Assistant Accountant – Gainsborough – up to £38,000   Our client a highly successful, fast-growing business based near Gainsborough is looking for an Assistant Accountant to join their busy finance team on an interim basis. Reporting to the Finance Manager you will be supporting the finance team in various admin & financial tasks.  This is a very busy and challenging role, essential within the finance function. In return: Your birthday off! Company Contributed Pension Social Events Training and Development Employee Assistance Programme Assistant Accountant responsibilities include:   Assistance with management accounts preparation Reconciling bank statements and accounts payable/receivable Entering Stock/Non-Stock invoices for payment in numerous currencies Assist when needed with handling customer queries and disputes via telephone, e-mail, and post Assist with processing daily banking & setting up customer/vendor accounts and credit control Admin work as...

Interim Financial Accounting Lead (9-Month Contract) Location: University Campus (Hybrid Working Available) We are seeking an experienced Interim Financial Accounting Lead to support a leading university through a critical financial reporting period. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to work within a complex, multi-entity academic environment and play a key part in delivering a smooth and compliant year-end process. The Role You will lead and coordinate the university's year-end financial reporting process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. You will work closely with Finance, Research, Faculties, and external auditors to strengthen controls, resolve technical accounting matters, and support the production of statutory accounts. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation and delivery of year-end financial statements in line with relevant accounting standards (e.g., FRS 102 / SORP). Manage and coordinate the year-end timetable across...

Interim Fixed Assets accountant £400 to £500 a day An interim Fixed Assets Accountant is required to join a local authority in the North West to cover a period of maternity. My client is looking for an experienced Interim with specialist experience in local government fixed asset accounting. As the interim Fixed Assets Accountant, you will work with the wider team to deliver on capital and fixed asset responsibilities over the year-end close-down period and beyond. Key responsibilities of the Interim Fixed Assets Accountant Fixed Asset Accounting over year end close down Collating both capital and fixed asset reports Liaising and managing the relationship with external auditors Essential required skills and experience: Local Authority experience or working experience of the CIPFA code of practice Recent Fixed Assets experience Proven ability to manage external audit relationshipThis is an exciting opportunity to work in take ownership of this piece of work to add value to...

Your new company A global entertainment business operating across film, music and more, with an international group structure spanning multiple territories and currencies. The business works at pace in a creative, commercially driven environment. Following a recent finance system migration to a new ERP, the team is now looking for experienced interim support during a period of transition. Your new role This is a hands‑on, sleeves‑rolled‑up assignment. You'll be clearing a transactional backlog while supporting month‑end, year‑end (March), and improving group reporting across multiple entities and currencies. This is not a spectator role, it's about bringing clarity, control and confidence back into the numbers. Key responsibilities include: Clearing backlog transactions, including bank postings and unreconciled items Supporting month‑end and year‑end close Improving and overseeing multicurrency accounting across the group Supporting production accounting for film and media...

If you are an immediately available Financial Controller looking for an opportunity to join a successful and highly profitable business on an interim basis, this is a fantastic opportunity for you. Our client is multisite business, currently seeking a Financial Controller to join them on an interim basis, reporting directly into their Managing Director and managing their finance team at their head office in Poole, Dorset. What will the Interim Financial Controller role involve? Leading a small finance team, with oversight of all day-to-day finance operations Production of monthly management accounts, including P&L statement and balance sheet Analysis in monthly reporting to identify trends and produce financial forecasts Production of budgets and financial plans Monthly payroll using Xero Liaising with external Accountant, HMRC, customers, suppliers Suitable Candidate for the Interim Financial Controller vacancy: CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified A track record of leading a team...

Financial Controller Didcot Interim contract Jackson Hogg are delighted to be partnering with a superb, growing business, looking to recruit an experienced, qualified, Financial Controller who is available immediately to support with a busy period in a fast paced accounts function. As the Financial Controller, you will focus on implementing robust financial controls and processes that will drive operational efficiency and support business growth internationally. You will collaborate closely with operational budget holders and commercial teams, ensuring financial strategies are aligned with business objectives and customer contracts are optimised for maximum profitability. Duties and responsibilities include: * Establish and maintain robust financial processes and controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance across all financial operations. * Partner with operational budget holders across the business to provide financial insights that drive decision making,...

As an experienced Finance Business Partner, you will be joining an established organisation, initially on an interim basis to provide the listed duties and support the finance management team. Role Summary * Provide financial business partnering to Operations and Resources directorates. * Deliver monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and forecasting for senior leadership and Board. * Support statutory accounts, sector scorecard reporting, and annual budget setting. Key Responsibilities * Act as the main finance contact for budget holders across Operations and Resources. * Prepare and present monthly management accounts within 10 days of month end. * Monitor budgets, perform variance analysis, and provide financial insight to support decision-making. * Lead annual budget preparation and maintain financial data within accounting systems. * Support statutory accounts with reconciliations, working papers, and audit queries. * Analyse operational...

SF Recruitment is hiring an Interim Financial Accountant for a well established business based in Birmingham. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and the opportunity to support a leading business during a busy period. My client welcomes part qualified, qualified ACCA/CIMA or qualified by experience candidates. Key responsibilities include preparing and reviewing financial statements, Balance sheet reconciliations, assisting with month-end closing, and collaborating with internal stakeholders. Candidates should be qualified accountants with experience in financial accountinng. Immediate availability is preferred. Requirements: - Strong excel skills - Proactive approach - Confident communicator - Experience in improving processes If you are available immediately or on a one week notice or less, please do get in touch and send me your CV

Interim Management Accountant urgently required on a temporary basis for our client based in Birmingham. This is a fantastic business with a prestigious customer base which is continuing on a path of sustained growth. Reporting into the Finance Director, you will be responsible for an exciting new project, Management accounts, Creating forecasting models, Data analysis, FP&A, KPI reporting and analysis You will have strong analytical and communication skills and will be able to really bring the numbers to life to add real value to the business. The company offer flexible working hours, the role is office based 5 days a week. This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply immediately and I will contact you

We are currently supporting a public sector organisation in the appointment of an Interim Year-End Accountant to support the finance team through a critical year-end period. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical accounting knowledge and experience delivering statutory accounts within a public sector environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring an efficient and compliant year-end close, supporting audit preparation and ensuring financial reporting deadlines are met. Key Responsibilities - Lead and support the year-end close process - Prepare statutory accounts in line with public sector accounting standards - Ensure compliance with relevant financial reporting frameworks (e.g. IFRS / CIPFA Code where applicable) - Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing schedules and responding to queries - Review and reconcile key balance sheet accounts - Support the preparation of working papers and audit files - Assist with...

I am seeking a high-caliber Financial Controller for a 12-month maternity cover within a leading insurance firm based in the heart of London. This is a critical role ensuring the integrity of our financial operations and regulatory reporting during a key period of the fiscal year. The Essentials: Day Rate: £550 – £650 (Inside IR35) Duration: 12 Months (Maternity Cover) Location: London Fully Remote. Key Responsibilities: Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes. Oversee Solvency II reporting and ensure compliance with PRA/FCA requirements. Manage the production of audited statutory accounts under IFRS 17 and UK GAAP. Coordinate with internal and external auditors to ensure a seamless year-end. Provide oversight for technical accounting treatments specific to the insurance sector (e.g., premium recognition, claims reserving). What We’re Looking For: Qualified Accountant: (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with significant post-qualified experience. Insurance Background:...