Interim Accountant

Pure Resourcing Solutions; Basildon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing finance firm in Basildon seeks an experienced Interim Management Accountant for a 3–4 month role. This hands-on position involves supporting the integration of a recent acquisition and requires a qualified accountant with strong management accounting skills and a proven track record in process improvement. Ideal for a self-starter ready for an immediate start, this role offers the chance to impact financial integration directly.

Qualifications

• Strong management accounting experience.
• Proven track record in acquisition integration and month-end delivery.
• Available to start immediately or at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Support integration of a newly acquired entity.
• Deliver accurate month-end reporting and analysis.
• Partner with CFO on financial process improvement.
• Assist in in-house accounts function transition.
• Provide financial insight for decision-making.

Skills

Management accounting

Process improvement

Integration experience

Hands-on adaptability

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

Interim Management Accountant (3–4 Months) Private Equity–Backed Growth Business | Hands-On Role | Immediate Start. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Interim Management Accountant to join a fast-growing, private equity–backed business supporting the integration of a recent acquisition. This is a highly visible, hands‑on position reporting directly to the CFO, ideal for a self‑starter who thrives in a fast‑paced, change‑driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the integration of a newly acquired entity, ensuring smooth transfer of data and financial systems.
• Deliver accurate and timely month‑end reporting, consolidations, and analysis across the group.
• Partner with the CFO on process improvement, establishing robust financial controls and efficient workflows.
• Assist in bringing the accounts function in‑house from an outsourced provider, creating clear processes and ownership.
• Provide financial insight to support decision‑making and ensure compliance with group policies.

Requirements

• Qualified accountant with strong management accounting experience.
• Proven track record in acquisition integration, month‑end delivery, and process enhancement.
• Hands‑on and adaptable – comfortable working with detail while contributing strategically.
• Available to start immediately or at short notice.

This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impac...