Financial Accountant

Morgan McKinley; Northampton; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley in Northampton is seeking an ACA-qualified Interim Financial Accountant to support the finance team during a critical period. The role requires strong technical accounting, precise financial reporting, and familiarity with IFRS/FRS102 and UK GAAP.

Candidates should have Big 4/top-tier practice experience, be capable of delivering year-end statutory accounts, managing audits, and advising on technical accounting fixes.

Qualifications

• ACA qualified, Big 4/top-tier practice background.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/FRS102 and UK GAAP.
• Experience delivering year-end statutory accounts and handling audits.
• On-site availability: 4 days per week in Northampton.
• Immediate availability up to 2 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of statutory accounts under UK GAAP/IFRS.
• Write technical accounting papers and resolve complex issues.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and strengthen controls.
• Serve as primary contact for external auditors at year-end.
• Support group finance with technical integrations and system upgrades.

Skills

IFRS/FRS102 knowledge

Statutory accounting

Audit management

UK GAAP knowledge

Year-end reporting

Education

ACA qualified

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of a prominent business in Northampton seeking a technically strong Interim Financial Accountant to support their finance team through a critical period.

About the Role

This role is tailored for an ACA-qualified accountant trained in Big 4 or top-tier practice who brings robust technical accounting expertise, strong financial reporting skills, and a high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Lead the preparation of statutory accounts under UK GAAP / IFRS and manage year-end audit files.
• Technical Accounting: Resolve complex technical accounting queries, write technical accounting papers, and ensure full compliance with updated reporting standards.
• Control & Governance: Balance sheet reconciliations, internal control assessments, and refining financial processes.
• Audit Management: Act as the primary operational point of contact for external auditors during year-end or audit review periods.
• Ad-Hoc Projects: Support the Group Financial Controller on technical integrations, system upgrades, or complex transactions as needed.

Qualifications

• Qualification: ACA qualified (ideally first-time passes) trained in Big 4, top 10, or mid-tier audit/accounting practice.

Required Skills

• Technical Expertise: Exceptional knowledge of financial reporting standards (IFRS / FRS 102).
• Track Record: Proven interim experience delivering year-end statutory accounts, managing complex audits, or handling technical accounting fixes.
• Presence & On-Site Requirement: Able to commit to 4 days per week in the office in Northampton.
• Availability: Available on short notice (immediate up to 2 weeks).

Pay range and compensation package

Competitive day rate of £450 – £500 per day.

High-impact interim contract with ownership over key statutory reporting deliverables.