Interim Group Accountant

Industry & Commerce; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A high growth business in London is seeking an Interim Group Accountant for a role from December to April, with a strong chance of extension. The successful candidate will prepare year-end financial statements and support audit processes. Ideal applicants must have at least 2-3 years PQE experience, a solid understanding of UK GAAP/IFRS, and be available to start on short notice. This position features a hybrid work model with 4 days in the office.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing year-end financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP/IFRS.
• Experience with year-end close processes including accruals and prepayments.
• Experience in providing commentary on financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and finalise year-end financial statements.
• Complete year-end close processes.
• Prepare supporting schedules for auditors.
• Analyse year-end variances.
• Assist with cashflow analysis and budgeting.

Skills

Available to start on short notice

2-3 years PQE experience – Audit trained

IFRS16 exposure

IFRS15 exposure

IAS3 exposure/knowledge

Job description

We have exclusively partnered with a high growth business who are looking for an interim Group Accountant to join them December through till April with a high chance of extension.

The business has grown through acquisition with 2-3 acquisitions each year. In the last 5 years, they have doubled their revenue and expect the same for 2025 and 2026. They have a working policy of 4 days a week in the office based in Central London.

Role:

Reporting to the CFO, you will be responsible for:

• Prepare and finalise year-end financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards (UK GAAP/IFRS).
• Complete year-end close processes, including accruals, prepayments, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare supporting schedules for auditors and act as the main point of contact during the audit process.
• Analyse year-end variances and provide commentary on financial performance.
• Assist with cashflow analysis and annual budgeting/forecasting as required.
• Maintain strong internal controls and document year-end procedures.
• Support senior finance leadership with ad-hoc reporting and financial analysis.
• Group consolidation

Skills & Experience:

• Available to start on short notice
• 2-3 years PQE experience – Audit trained with industry experience
• IFRS16, IFRS15, IAS3 exposure/knowledge