Role:
Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Project Accountant to assist them for 6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:
Prepare comprehensive monthly management accounts including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements with detailed variance analysis and commentary
Prepare the finance team for audit
Support the production of statutory Financial Statements in compliance with UK GAAP, UK Charity SORP and Academies Accounts Direction, ensuring all disclosures and notes are accurate and complete
Support in the maintenance of the fixed asset register, processing additions, disposals, transfers, and monthly depreciation calculations
Support in the production of board reports and presentations with financial insights and recommendations
Support in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual statutory reporting requirements
Prepare detailed VAT returns, including partial exemption calculations
Maintain VAT control account and prepare monthly reconciliations
Prepare regulatory returns as required (e.g., ONS surveys, industry-specific returns)
Support month-end close process, including preparation and review of checklist completion
Develop and maintain robust internal controls and procedures covering the Financial Control function Conduct regular reviews of financial processes to identify efficiency improvements
Monitor and reconcile intercompany accounts and transactions
Perform regular data analysis to identify anomalies and areas for investigation
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for key financial processes
Review work management accountants and provide constructive feedback
Review school submissions and prepare consolidations
Establish and review all balance sheet control account reconciliations
Manage the month-end reconciliation process ensuring timely completion
Profile:
The successful, temporary Project Accountant will ideally be fully qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) however they will consider candidates who are qualified by experience. You will ideally have experience within the education sector however this is not essential.
You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.
Client:
Our client are a leading Education Group based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
Salary & Benefits:
The temporary Project Accountant roles will be paying circa £350 - £400 per day, dependant on experience.
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