Interim Financial Accountant

Robert Walters UK; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an interim Financial Accountant to join their team in Barnsley. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, where you will be responsible for preparing financial statements, maintaining financial records, and ensuring compliance with regulations. With a contract duration of at least six months, this position allows for professional growth while contributing to strategic financial planning. If you are a fully-qualified accountant ready to make an impact, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Fully-qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA (CIMA considered).
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.
• Ensure compliance with legal, tax, and financial regulations.
• Assist in budgeting and financial forecasting.

Skills

Financial Statement Preparation

Regulatory Compliance

Budgeting and Forecasting

Controls Experience

Education

ACA/ACCA Qualification

CIMA Qualification

Job description

Interim Financial AccountantBarnsley (predominantly office-based)Up to £400p/d DOE (inside IR35)I'm delighted to be working alongside one of our longest-standing clients as they seek an interim Financial Accountant for one of their sites in Barnsley. This contract will roll for a minimum of 6 months.

This Financial Accountant assignment requires a technically-minded, all-encompassing contractor who can hit the ground running.

Key duties will include:

Preparing Financial Statements: Compile accurate income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements in accordance with accounting standards.

Maintaining Financial Records: Ensure all financial transactions are recorded properly and systematically for transparency and compliance.

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to legal, tax, and financial regulations, including filing statutory reports and meeting audit requirements.

Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in preparing budgets and financial forecasts to support strategic planning and financial decision-making.

In order to be considered for this role you will:

• Be a fully-qualified accountant (ideally ACA/ACCA - though CIMA will be considered)
• Have controls experience
• Be able to be based on-site the majority of the time, there may be an option for one day working from home per week following training
• Be able to handle a fast-paced, changing environment

Apply now for immediate consideration!

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

About the job

Contract Type: TEMPORARY

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Accountant

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Barnsley

Contract Type: TEMPORARY

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Accountant

Industry: Accountancy

Salary: £350 - £400 per day

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Barnsley

TEMPORARY

Job Reference: W4479E-81D1F1A2

Date posted: 6 May 2025

Consultant: Emma Harrison

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