Interim Accountant

Cameron Pink; Elstree; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A market-leading international electronics company in Elstree is seeking an experienced Interim Accountant to manage month-end accounting and support year-end audits. This fully office-based role requires a qualified accountant with strong Excel skills and the ability to work autonomously. Offering £250–£300/day, this position provides a unique opportunity to influence a transitioning finance function and the chance to apply for a permanent role valued at £45k with benefits.

Benefits

Opportunity to shape finance function

Option to apply for permanent role

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering accurate monthly management accounts.
• Proficient in VAT compliance and returns.
• Ability to work autonomously within a tight deadline environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
• Support with year-end and external audit.
• Guide and manage junior finance staff.

Skills

Producing management accounts

VAT confidence

Strong Excel skills

Multicurrency accounting

Education

Qualified accountant or QBE

Job description

We’re partnering with a market-leading international electronics company to bring in an experienced Interim Accountant who can hit the ground running during a busy period of change. You’ll report directly to the UK Head of Finance and play a critical role in stabilising the function, supporting year-end, and ensuring a smooth handover to a future new permanent hire.

Within your assignment you will:

• Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts with minimal oversight.
• Support the UK Head of Finance with year-end and external audit.
• Ensure VAT returns are submitted correctly and on schedule.
• Keep AP, cash book and fixed assets running smoothly.
• Provide guidance to junior finance staff and ensure the new permanent hire is set up for success.
• Leave behind a clean, organised, audit-ready finance function with a seamless handover.

Requirements:

• QBE or qualified accountant
• Proven experience producing management accounts
• Confident with VAT
• Strong excel skills (pivots, lookups, analysis)
• Experience being part of a larger company environment with tight reporting deadlines
• Multicurrency and stock accounting experience preferred
• Able to work autonomously and add value from day one

What’s on Offer:

• £250–£300/day (negotiable depending on experience)
• Opportunity to support and shape a transitioning finance function
• Option to apply for the permanent role (£45k + full benefits)
• Fully office-based role: Monday–Friday, 9:00–5:30