Interim Financial Accountant

Hays; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the education sector based in Plymouth is seeking an Interim Financial Accountant. This professional will be instrumental in ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance during a transitional period, with hybrid working options and immediate start. An excellent opportunity to impact a values-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified or part-qualified accountant.
• Experience in financial accounting, ideally within education or not-for-profit sectors.
• Strong technical skills and familiarity with sector-specific reporting.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and statutory financial statements.
• Coordination of year-end processes and liaison with external auditors.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations.

Skills

Technical accounting skills

Communication skills

Education

ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent

Job description

Interim Financial Accountant job in Plymouth

• Interim Financial Accountant - Further Education Sector
• Location: Plymouth, Devon (Hybrid Working)
• Contract Type: Interim - Day Rate
• Remuneration: Up to £300 per day (via umbrella company)
• Start Date: Immediate
• Duration: Up to 6 months

Hays is working with a esteemed Further Education institution based in Plymouth, seeking to appoint an experienced Interim Financial Accountant to support its finance function during a period of transition and reporting activity.

This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, with an expectation of two days per week on-site. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, compliance with sector-specific regulations, and the delivery of timely financial insights to senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and statutory financial statements.
• Coordination of year-end processes and liaison with external auditors.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations, particularly within the education or charity sectors.
• Supporting the budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Providing financial analysis and advice to internal departments.

Candidate Profile:

• Professionally qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Demonstrable experience in financial accounting, ideally within the education or not-for-profit sectors (desirable but not essential).
• Strong technical accounting skills and familiarity with sector-specific reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.
• Availability to commence the assignment at short notice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional seeking a meaningful interim assignment within a values-driven organisation.

To express interest or request further information, please get in touch at your earliest convenience.