Interim Financial Accountant

Association of International Certified Professional Accountants; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK charity is seeking an Interim Financial Accountant for a 9-month contract to support year-end and audit preparation activities. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with extensive experience in financial reporting within charities. Responsibilities include leading reconciliations and implementing process improvements. Flexible remote/hybrid working options available.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial and statutory reporting within a large charity.
• Track record managing year-end and audit preparation.
• Immediate availability to start.

Responsibilities

• Lead balance sheet reconciliations and process improvements.
• Assist in preparing information for interim and final audits.
• Collaborate with finance teams to implement process enhancements.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Interim Financial Accountant – 9‑Month Contract

Location: UK-based (Remote/Hybrid options negotiable)

Organisation: High‑profile UK Charity

Are you a qualified accountant with proven expertise in financial and statutory reporting for large charities? We are seeking an immediately available Interim Financial Accountant to join a leading UK charity on a 9‑month contract, supporting critical year‑end and audit preparation activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead balance sheet reconciliations, establishing and improving processes with thorough review and follow‑up.
• Implement and streamline reserves reconciliations, collaborating closely with Finance Business Partners and finance teams.
• Work alongside the finance team to implement year‑end process improvements based on recommendations from the recent audit.
• Assist in preparing information for the interim and final audits (2025‑26), ensuring accurate and timely submission.
• Partner with finance systems staff to optimise D365 controls, beginning with improving posting restrictions and enhancing internal controls.

Candidate Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Extensive experience in financial and statutory reporting within a significant‑sized charity.
• Proven track record managing year‑end and audit preparation.
• Immediate availability to start.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and process improvement focus.
• Experience working with finance systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make an immediate impact in a respected charitable organisation and contribute to strengthening their financial operations. Apply now to join a mission‑driven team and support critical financial processes!