Interim Accountant

Synergem Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading organization in the UK is seeking an interim qualified accountant to support their finance team. You will lead balance sheet reconciliations, assist with statutory accounts preparation, and help streamline processes during the implementation of new systems. This role requires a Qualified Accountant with strong technical skills and significant post-qualification experience. This is a unique opportunity to make an immediate impact in a fast-moving business during a period of transformation.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience and strong technical skills.
• Proven experience in year-end and statutory accounts preparation.
• Solid understanding of statutory reporting with an eye for process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and complete a backlog of balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with statutory accounts preparation and audit queries.
• Work collaboratively with the wider finance team to streamline processes.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Attention to detail

Experience with MS Dynamics D365

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Job description

We are partnering with a market‑leading organisation experiencing a period of exceptional growth both organically and through acquisition. As part of their ongoing transformation, including the implementation of MS Dynamics D365, they are looking to appoint an interim qualified accountant to provide essential support to the finance team during this busy period.

The Opportunity

Working closely with the CFO, you'll take ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and provide hands‑on support across the financial accounting process. This is a great opportunity to add value quickly within a fast‑moving, ambitious business that's investing heavily in systems and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and complete a backlog of balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with statutory accounts preparation and audit queries.
• Work collaboratively with the wider finance team to streamline processes during the D365 implementation.

About You

You'll be a Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with significant post‑qualification experience and strong technical skills. You'll combine a solid understanding of statutory reporting with an eye for process improvement and accuracy.

• Proven experience in year‑end and statutory accounts preparation.
• Advanced Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Experience with MS Dynamics D365 would be beneficial, but not essential.

Why Apply?

This is a genuine opportunity to make an immediate impact within a respected and growing organisation, supporting a talented CFO through an exciting phase of change.