Job Description
6+ month interim assignment
Large, well-established national group organisation
A long-standing, successful UK group business is seeking an Interim Financial Accountant to support its Group Finance function to cover a maternity leave. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically capable accountant to step into a broad, hands-on role within a sizeable and complex environment, working closely with senior finance stakeholders and gaining exposure to group-level reporting.
Key responsibilities
Deliver accurate balance sheet reconciliations, highlighting risks and opportunities.
Take ownership of assigned month-end tasks and post journals independently.
Support the external audit process, providing clear explanations of technical accounting matters.
Assist in preparing monthly balance sheet and cashflow reporting for management accounts.
Provide analysis and commentary on balance sheet movements and variances.
Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and contribute to ongoing improvements in financial governance.
Support cashflow monitoring, banking operations, and bank reconciliations.
Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely tax returns.
Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and contribute to projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the Group.
Person profile
Qualified or part-qualified accountant ...