Interim Capital Accountant

Robertson Bell; Beaconsfield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A medium-sized organisation in construction is seeking an interim Capital Accountant to manage current capital assets and those in development. The role is contract-based for 3-6 months, hybrid working with 2 office days weekly. Applicants should have experience in capital asset management and be qualified or experienced accountants. Proficiency in MS Excel is required. Immediate start by early September is preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in managing significant capital assets within an organisation.
• Proficient in manipulating and analysing large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a substantial Fixed Asset register.
• Ensure accurate reflection of capital assets in accounts.
• Support ongoing capital programmes accounting for WIP costs.

Skills

Capital asset management

MS Excel proficiency

Education

Qualified accountant or qualified by experience

Job description

Robertson Bell is supporting a medium-sized organisation in the construction industry to recruit an interim Capital Accountant for an initial 3-6 month contract. The client is based in North East Berkshire and operates a hybrid working model, requiring 2 days per week in the office.

Role Overview

The Capital Accountant will be a key member of the finance team, responsible for managing the organisation's current capital assets and those in development.

Key Responsibilities

1. Oversee a substantial Fixed Asset register, ensuring components are accurately accounted for, depreciation is calculated correctly, and assets are disposed of when necessary.
2. Ensure the status of existing capital assets and those under construction are accurately reflected in monthly accounts and reports.
3. Support ongoing capital programmes by accounting for WIP costs and providing recommendations as needed.

Candidate Requirements

1. Experienced Capital Accountant with demonstrable experience in managing significant capital assets within an organisation.
2. Qualified accountant or qualified by experience.
3. Proficient in MS Excel, capable of manipulating and analysing large data sets efficiently.
4. Available to start by early September.

If you meet these requirements and are interested, please submit your application promptly, as the position is likely to be filled before the closing date.

This contract is inside IR35, and payment will be processed via an Umbrella Company.