1. High‑impact, high‑visibility role partnering directly with the CFO
2. Strategic and operational blended role, with autonomy and ownership
About Our Client
A well‑established international manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Interim Accountant to support the CFO through a significant post‑acquisition integration. The organisation has recently acquired a business approximately twice its size, creating a complex and fast‑moving environment that requires robust financial oversight, strong stakeholder management, and hands‑on problem‑solving.
Job Description
Post‑Acquisition Accounting & Integration
3. Support the CFO with all financial aspects of the post‑acquisition process.
4. Assist in aligning accounting policies, processes, and reporting frameworks between the two businesses.
5. Ensure accurate and timely consolidation of financial information during the integration period.
Cost Tracking & Project Oversight
6. Lead on cost tracking for the integration project, ensuring spend is monitored, recorded, and reported accurately.
7. Develop and maintain clear financial dashboards, trackers, and reporting tools to support decision‑making.
8. Identify variances, risks, and opportunities, escalating issues promptly where required.
Stakeholder Engagement
9. Work closely with internal teams across finance, operations, and project management to ensure alignment on timelines and deliverables.
10. Liaise with external advisors, auditors, and consultants to support smooth execution of integration activities.
11. Provide clear, concise updates to senior leadership on progress, risks, and financial impacts.
Process Improvement
12. Review existing processes and controls, recommending improvements to support a scalable post‑acquisition finance environment.
13. Support the development of new reporting structures and integration workflows.
The Successful Applicant
14. Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with proven experience in post‑acquisition or integration environments.
15. Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly around IFRS 16, consolidation, cost tracking, and financial controls.
16. Demonstrable experience working with senior stakeholders, including CFOs and external advisors.
17. Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, ambiguous environment with competing priorities.
18. Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights.
What's on Offer
19. Competitive daily rate of up to £525 per day, outside IR35 for a candidate who ticks all boxes
20. Opportunity to work with a leading organisation in the Life Science industry.
21. Gain valuable experience in a temporary Financial Accountant role.
22. Collaborative and professional work environment.
If you are ready to take on this rewarding Financial project accountant position and contribute to the success of a prestigious organisation and integration project, we encourage you to apply today!