Interim Group Accountant (12 Months)

Axon Moore; Chorley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Axon Moore are supporting an exciting client in the search for a well rounded Accountant to join its finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of key financial reporting and control activities within an established business, working under the Group Financial Controller to deliver accurate reporting and robust financial controls.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified.
• Experience in Group accounting, statutory reporting and audit support.
• Strong Excel and confidence using finance systems.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, month-end journals and financial variance analysis.
• Own balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of items.
• Support Group consolidation, intercompany accounting and reporting.
• Assist with statutory accounts, external audits, corporation tax, VAT, R&D and other compliance requirements.
• Maintain robust financial controls, accounting records and audit trails.
• Identify and implement improvements to finance processes, systems and reporting efficiency.
• Work closely with senior finance stakeholders and provide technical guidance to junior colleagues.

Skills

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Balance sheet reconciliations

Group accounting

Audit support

Stakeholder engagement

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified

Tools

Excel

Finance systems

Job description

Axon Moore are supporting an exciting client in the search for a well rounded Accountant to join its finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of key financial reporting and control activities within an established business, working under the Group Financial Controller to deliver accurate reporting and robust financial controls.