Interim Auditor

Stanton House; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Auditor for a large logistics business in Chippenham, England. This role offers a 3-6 month contract with a predominantly remote working pattern and a rate of up to £575 per day. The successful candidate will support the finance team in auditing and reporting activities. Key responsibilities include documenting audit evidence, assisting external audits, and providing R2R support. A qualified accountant with a strong audit background is required.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with relevant certification.
• Experience in a Fast-Paced audit environment.
• Hands-on approach with a willingness to adapt.

Responsibilities

• Document and test balance sheet audit evidence.
• Support external audits by KPMG and BDO.
• Assist with balance sheet analysis and reconciliations.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)

Strong audit background

Experience in independently testing and documenting audit evidence

Strong communication skills

Adaptable mindset

Job description

Stanton House is currently recruiting an Interim Auditor for a Large Logistics Business on a 3‑6 month contract. This role has arisen to support the finance team through a period of increased audit and reporting activity. The team is managing multiple workstreams and is seeking an adaptable, audit‑trained professional to provide immediate support.

Role details

• Start: ASAP
• Duration: 3-6 months (initially to end of March, with potential to extend)
• Working pattern: Predominantly remote with occasional travel
• Rate: Up to £575 per day Inside IR35

Responsibilities

• Document and test balance sheet audit evidence in Blackline to support the delivery of key SOX controls
• Support the KPMG external audit
• Assist with the BDO audit
• Provide R2R support, including balance sheet analysis, reconciliations, and testing
• Handle day‑to‑day Blackline queries and changes
• Provide ad‑hoc technical accounting support where required

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong audit background, ideally Big Four trained
• Experience in independently testing and documenting audit evidence
• Solid balance sheet knowledge, including accruals and prepayments
• Exposure to large corporate or PLC environments
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and flex across multiple workstreams
• Strong communication skills and a hands‑on, adaptable mindset

If you feel you meet the above criteria, please do apply. Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications, we may be unable to respond to all unsuccessful applicants.