Interim Financial Accountant

SF Recruitment; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Financial Accountant for a 6-month contract in Nottingham, with hybrid working. The role involves producing accurate financial information, developing strong relationships with senior managers, and preparing monthly financial reports. Ideal candidates should be working towards a professional accounting qualification, possess strong Excel skills, and demonstrate attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background working towards a professional accounting qualification.
• Experience in producing reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in preparing statutory financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with senior managers.
• Ensure accurate balance sheet production and reconciliations.
• Support in preparing monthly financial packs for the Board.

Skills

Microsoft Excel (to macro standard)

Numerical and analytical skills

Attention to detail

Report production for stakeholders

Statutory financial statements preparation

CIMA/ACCA finalist or equivalent

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Interim Financial Accountant — 6 Months — Nottingham - Hybrid Working. An exciting opportunity to join a busy Finance Team on a temporary basis (approximately 3-6 months). The role is integral to the financial performance measurement of the organisation through the production of timely and accurate financial information, and adherence to the internal finance timetable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with senior managers across the business.
• Ensure accurate production of the balance sheet, including monthly reconciliations and resolution of any differences identified.
• Prepare and process corporate month-end journal postings.
• Support senior finance colleagues in the preparation of the monthly financial pack presented to the Board.
• Assist in producing multiple statutory accounts for group companies, including liaison with external auditors.
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual National Statistics returns accurately and on time.
• Maintain fixed asset registers for multiple companies, including review of additions and identification of assets to be retired.
• Take a proactive approach to ongoing professional development (e.g., attending courses and professional meetings).

Skills & Experience

• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills (to macro standard).
• Strong academic background, ideally working towards a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with a record of exam success.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience producing reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience preparing statutory financial statements in accordance with IFRS and FRS 102 (desirable).
• CIMA/ACCA finalist or qualified, or equivalent experience/qualification.
• Commitment to the organisation's values and a proactive, driven approach to work.