Interim finance contract role Interim FP&A / Project Accountant – Bristol (3–4-Month Contract) Are you an FP&A specialist who loves getting under the skin of data and the business behind it? A large Bristol-based manufacturing organisation (400 staff) is looking for an experienced interim FP&A / Project Accountant to step in and bring clarity to a complex overtime and timesheet environment. This is a hands-on, high-impact contract where you’ll combine advanced Excel & Power BI modelling with true business partnering — not just reporting the numbers, but understanding why they’re happening. What you’ll be doing: Reviewing and analysing overtime and timesheet data across 60–70 bookings Building clear, insightful models in Excel & Power BI Investigating cost drivers by getting out into the business and fact-finding Partnering with PMO, Engineering, Finance and Operations Bringing structure, control and insight to cost management What we’re looking for: Proven FP&A / Project Accounting experience Strong Excel & Power BI skills (you enjoy working with messy data) Confident stakeholder engagement & business partnering Background in manufacturing / costing / cost management is highly beneficial Someone pragmatic, curious and commercially minded The details: Contract: 3–4 months Rate: Circa £250-£300 per day Location: Bristol (3/2 split between office & home) If you’re an interim who enjoys solving real business problems, adding value fast, and leaving things better than you found them — this one’s for you. Get in touch with Charlie Maidment at Hays Bristol to find out more. 4771040