Interim Group Project Accountant

IFF Talent; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK FMCG Group is offering a remote interim finance role for qualified accountants. This 6-12 month opportunity allows for genuine work-life balance and immediate impact on the company's transition. You'll apply technical expertise while supporting system implementations and various divisions. Ideal candidates will have a strong accounting background and experience in change environments. This role provides the chance for career enhancement and visibility with senior stakeholders.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Career-enhancing experience

Diverse exposure across divisions

Interaction with senior stakeholders

Potential for contract extension

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting background required.
• Experience in transformation projects needed.
• Proven track record in interim/project roles necessary.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical accounting expertise across multiple divisions.
• Support system implementation projects, especially for new finance software.
• Assist with period-end processes and financial reporting.

Skills

Technical accounting expertise

Adaptability to new systems

End-to-end accounting experience

Self-starter attitude

Experience in change environments

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Remote Interim Finance Opportunity - Major FMCG Group £300-£350 a day | 6-12 months

Are you a qualified accountant looking for a role that offers genuine work‑life balance, the freedom to work remotely, and the chance to make a significant impact during an exciting transformation journey?

The Opportunity

Join a leading UK FMCG Group as they undergo a major finance transformation. This 6‑12 month interim role offers:

• True remote working – Work from your home office with minimal travel
• Unparalleled variety – Support multiple divisions and projects; no two days are the same
• Valuable transformation experience – Help reshape the finance function from traditional to commercial
• System implementation exposure – Assist with rolling out new finance systems across the business
• Immediate impact – Your expertise will directly contribute to stability during change

What You'll Do

• Apply technical accounting expertise across multiple divisions
• Support system implementation projects, particularly new finance software
• Fill critical resource gaps during transformation
• Deliver end‑to‑end accounting processes where required
• Adapt to changing priorities based on business needs
• Assist with period‑end processes and financial reporting

What's In It for You

• Work‑life balance – Predominantly remote working means flexibility and no commute
• Career‑enhancing experience – Gain transformation and change management exposure
• Diverse exposure – Work across multiple divisions and broaden your industry knowledge
• Senior stakeholder interaction – Direct visibility with the Commercial Finance Director and CFO
• Potential for extension – Opportunity to extend beyond the initial contract

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Strong technical accounting background
• Experience in change environments or transformation projects
• Adaptable to new systems and industries
• Proven track record in interim/project roles
• End‑to‑end accounting experience in head office, divisional, or site finance roles
• Self‑starter who can hit the ground running with minimal supervision
• Comfortable being hands‑on and flexible to business needs

Apply now for immediate consideration.