Interim Project Lead & Systems Accountant | Up to £500 Daily Rate | East Cheshire Your new company A leading global provider of technical and engineering services. The organisation is forming a dedicated project team to resolve challenges following a merger and an ERP implementation. Your new role We are recruiting for an Interim Project Lead Accountant to take ownership of a critical finance integration and process improvement project. This 9-month fixed-term contract will start in January and requires three days per week in office. You will lead a small team focused on addressing issues, ensuring robust financial governance and streamlined processes. Key responsibilities include: Assessing current financial processes and identifying gaps Developing and embedding new procedures Documenting finance systems and workflows Driving improvements in data integrity and reporting What you'll need to succeed To be successful, you will bring: Experience working in large, complex organisations Strong data analysis skills and a process-driven mindset Previous integration or ERP implementation experience A recognised accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) What you'll get in return You'll receive a daily rate of up to £500 a day whilst joining a well-established business that offers immediate exposure, with excellent prospects for personal/career progression and development. What you need to do now If you’re interested in this role, please click “apply” and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible. If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you’re a qualified accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester. 4660682