Interim Financial Accountant

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Exeter is seeking an Interim Financial Accountant to support their finance team. This role includes managing financial controls, tax preparation, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates have experience in multinational environments and deep knowledge of UK accounting regulations. This is a hybrid opportunity offering a competitive rate.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Financial Accountant, ideally within a multinational organisation.
• In-depth knowledge of UK accounting and tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support the junior financial accountant.
• Manage tax preparation duties and payroll processing.
• Lead financial control activities including monthly analysis.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Proficiency in spreadsheets

Knowledge of accounting principles

Mentoring ability

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Financial software

Job description

Job Title: Interim Financial Accountant

Location: Exeter, UK

Job Type: Full-Time, Interim (Hybrid working - 4 days a week onsite)

Duration: Start ASAP - Up to 6 Months

Rate: Up to £350 per day

Overview:Hays are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive Interim Financial Accountant to support a new dynamic finance team in Exeter, Devon. This role is critical in ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and effective oversight of financial operations across multiple entities.
Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and support the junior financial accountant responsible for the overseas entity and associated branches
• Ensure sound application of basic accounting principles and practices
• Manage tax preparation duties and payroll processing, liaising with external tax advisors as needed
• Lead financial control activities, including monthly analysis and variance reporting
• Review account and bank reconciliations for accuracy and completeness
• Oversee invoice processing, payments, and financial calculations
• Ensure accurate financial data entry into accounting systems
• Manage and plan detailed cash flow forecasts
• Support the preparation of year-end statutory accounts and audit schedules
• Liaise with external auditors, providing documentation and support
• Recommend improvements to financial processes and internal controls
• Prepare monthly financial reports for sub-entities and branches
• Collaborate with project and country management teams to resolve financial queries and performance issues

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Financial Accountant, ideally within a multinational organisation
• Strong proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office, and financial software
• In-depth knowledge of UK accounting and tax regulations
• Degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Ability to mentor and develop junior staff

Why Join?This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a well-established organisation, offering a hands-on role with strategic visibility and the chance to lead key financial processes during a critical period.

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