Financial Accountant

Adecco UK; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified Financial Accountant for a 6-month contract role, offering £275 daily. This position involves leading the production of key financial accounts, managing the Accounts Payable function, and coordinating with stakeholders on accounting treatments. Candidates must be fully CCAB qualified with strong analytical and Excel skills, as well as previous line management experience. The role is office-based two days a week in London, Cardiff, or Manchester.

Qualifications

• Must be a fully qualified CCAB accountant.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and financial accounting systems is essential.
• Should possess strong analytical skills and proactive problem-solving abilities.
• Previous line management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead on producing the interim and full year resource accounts.
• Coordinate preparation of notes and disclosures.
• Manage Accounts Payable function to meet operational targets.
• Directly oversee the Transactions Manager.

Skills

Excel expertise

Analytical skills

Financial accounting systems knowledge

Line management experience

Education

Fully qualified CCAB accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)

Tools

Agresso

Job description

Financial Accountant

£275 daily inside IR35
6 months contract
2 days a week office based (London, Cardiff or Manchester)

This client is looking for a qualified accountant to lead on producing the interim and full year resource accounts, coordinating preparation of notes and disclosures, and liaising with NAO and other key stakeholders on correct accounting treatment and wider considerations around budgets and Supply Estimates. They will also be responsible for the Accounts Payable function, with direct line management of the Transactions Manager, to ensure this function meets its targets, operates as an efficient and effective operation, and that valid invoices and expenses are paid promptly.

Experience required:

• Fully qualified CCAB accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or equivalent
• Highly numerate individual with strong knowledge of Excel and financial accounting systems (e.g. Agresso)
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work proactively to anticipate issues and develop options/solutions to prevent escalation
• Previous experience of line management responsibilities and leading a team including willingness to learn and provide support within the wider finance team