Morgan McKinley are supporting an FMCG business during a critical phase of transformation and system change and are seeking an audit-trained Interim Financial Accountant for a 3 month contract to stabilise and strengthen the Controlling function.
This is a hands-on delivery-focused role suited to someone who can hit the ground running take ownership of core controls and keep the engine running while wider transformation work is underway.
This role is paying £350 a day inside IR35 with hybrid working available.
Responsabilities
Own the month-end close and deliver accurate results to tight deadlines
Produce clear P&L commentary across key cost areas
Lead balance sheet reconciliations, review and sign off critical accounts
Manage the Fixed Asset Register and oversee depreciation and movements
Oversee Accounts Payable controls and supplier reconciliations
Support bank reconciliations across multiple entities
Maintain and tighten financial controls and process documentation
Operate confidently across dual ERP environments
Act as a key contact for audit queries and year-end readiness
Deliver ad-hoc analysis to senior finance stakeholders
What We're Looking For
Audit-trained qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Strong controlling background within FMCG, retail or another high-volume consumer environment
Proven experience owning the balance sheet
Comfortable working in change, transformation or system-heavy environments
Hands-on, detail-driven and commercially aware
Able to start quickly and add value immediately