Interim Financial Accountant

Pertemps Network Group; Weymouth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable organization based in Weymouth is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Accountant to support their finance team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong experience in statutory and management accounts. Responsibilities include preparing reports, maintaining the general ledger, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This interim position offers a competitive daily rate and some hybrid working may be considered.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing statutory accounts and supporting audits.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely management and statutory accounts.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure balance sheet reconciliations.
• Produce month-end and year-end reporting packs.

Skills

Accountancy

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA)

Job description

Sheridan Maine is recruiting on behalf of our client in Weymouth for an experienced Interim Financial Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a well-established organisation, supporting their finance team during a busy period.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely management and statutory accounts.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure all balance sheet reconciliations are up to date.
• Produce month‑end and year‑end reporting packs, including analysis and commentary for management.
• Manage accruals, prepayments, and intercompany transactions.
• Review and ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring.
• Liaise with auditors and assist with audit preparation.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
• Experience preparing statutory accounts, management accounts, and supporting audits.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles.
• Ideally trained in practice, with experience in a professional accounting environment.
• Able to work independently, manage deadlines, and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.

Contract Details

• Location: Weymouth (some hybrid working may be considered)
• Duration: Interim/contract – 3 months
• Competitive daily rate, depending on experience.

If you are a proactive, experienced qualified accountant looking for interim work where you can make an immediate impact then I'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Mandy Marsh for more details.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full-time without restriction.