Interim Accountant jobs in Devon
Interim Cost and Reporting Accountant
Position: Interim Cost and Reporting Accountant
Location: Barnstaple, Devon
Hybrid: 2 days work from home per week
Start: ASAP
Booking length: Up to 6 months
Rate: Up to £300 per day
Hays is working with a manufacturing organisation in Barnstaple, Devon, seeking a temporary cost accountant for a position likely to last up to 6 months.
The client prefers qualified finance professionals but will also consider QBE (Qualified By Experience) candidates. They are looking for someone to start ASAP, with a commitment of 3 days in the office per week.
Main Responsibilities:
* Product Costing: Analyse product costing rates and provide recommendations; monitor cost-reduction opportunities and manage under/over recoveries.
* Inventory Management: Ensure accurate inventory valuation; collaborate with procurement to review provisions and reduce stock holdings.
* Audit Support: Assist in completing audits, including work on RDEC and taxation.
* Management Accounts: Interpret financial data and provide commentary to management.
* Mentoring and Coaching: Support team development through mentoring.
* Group Reporting: Support group reporting requirements.
* Support to FD: Provide information and assistance to the Finance Director.
* Budget Planning: Collaborate on meeting deadlines and analyzing financial data.
* Systems Development: Suggest improvements to templates, processes, and systems.
* Ad-hoc Tasks: Handle miscellaneous tasks as needed.
Skills and Qualifications:
* Strong analytical skills, experience in product costing and inventory management.
* Knowledge of audit processes and taxation.
* Ability to interpret management accounts.
* Experience mentoring team members.
* Proficiency in group reporting and supporting management.
* Familiarity with budgeting and financial analysis.
* Ability to suggest system improvements.
* Understanding of Health & Safety, Environmental legislation, GDPR, and data protection policies.
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