Interim Accountant

Wade Macdonald; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking an Interim Accountant for a 6-month assignment in Reading. This hybrid role involves preparing statutory accounts, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with FRS 102 standards. The ideal candidate will have part-qualified ACA or ACCA credentials and experience in a multi-entity environment. Join a collaborative finance team and make a meaningful impact across the organization.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Exposure to senior stakeholders

Opportunities for meaningful improvements

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or QBE accountant with experience in statutory reporting.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts under FRS 102 in a multi-entity environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts and disclosures across multiple legal entities.
• Produce audit-ready working papers and documentation.
• Support external audit activity and act as a key contact for auditors.
• Assist in the implementation of changes under FRS 102.
• Gather and validate financial data for consolidation.
• Contribute to the implementation of lease accounting software.
• Liaise with UK and European finance teams for accurate reporting.

Skills

Technical accounting

Analytical skills

Education

ACA, ACCA (or equivalent)

Job description

Interim Accountant - Reading (Hybrid) - £200 per day - 6-month interim assignment

About the Client

This large and complex organisation operates across a broad range of services in the UK and Europe. They are a team of enthusiastic individuals who support each other's growth and celebrate shared successes.

About the Job

An excellent opportunity for a technically capable Accountant to support statutory reporting and group consolidation on an interim basis. You will play a key role in delivering year-end accounts and supporting the adoption of updated FRS 102 standards across the business.

Duties will include:

• Preparing statutory accounts and disclosures across multiple legal entities and jurisdictions
• Producing audit-ready working papers and technical accounting documentation
• Supporting external audit activity and acting as a key point of contact for auditors
• Assisting in the implementation of changes under the updated FRS 102 framework
• Gathering and validating financial data for consolidation and reporting purposes
• Contributing to the implementation of lease accounting software
• Liaising with UK and European finance teams to ensure consistency and accuracy in reporting

About the Successful Applicant

You will be ACA, ACCA (or equivalent) part-qualified or QBE, with experience preparing statutory accounts under FRS 102 within a multi-entity environment. A strong grasp of technical accounting, good analytical skills.

What You Will Receive in Return

This hybrid role offers flexibility and the chance to make a direct impact within a collaborative finance team. You\'ll gain exposure to senior stakeholders across the UK and Europe and have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful improvements within a large and evolving organisation.