Interim Project Accountant

Morgan Law; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization in Central London is seeking an Interim Systems/Project Accountant for a 3-month contract. This role involves enhancing finance systems, providing financial analysis for business cases, and requires strong fund accounting experience. Working in a dynamic finance team, some hybrid work is available, with a preference for 2 days on-site. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with a strong understanding of financial systems, ideally Business Central.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of financial systems, ideally Business Central.
• Experience in guiding others effectively on financial procedures.
• Proven ability to identify risks and implement improvements.

Responsibilities

• Identify risks and inefficiencies in the finance system.
• Provide financial analysis and modeling for bid submissions.
• Ensure robust financial input into strategic initiatives.

Skills

Strong fund accounting experience

Ability to work autonomously

Assertive communication skills

Experience in training others on financial systems

Proactive improvement in systems/processes

Education

Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)

Tools

Business Central

Job description

Overview

Interim Systems/Project Accountant

3-Month Contract | Central London | Non-Profit Sector

A highly respected non-profit organisation is searching for a sharp, systems-savvy Project Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. Reporting to a seasoned and supportive Head of Finance, this is your chance to play a pivotal role in transforming the operational backbone of a purpose-driven organisation.

Responsibilities

• Identify risks and inefficiencies, and support in implementing improvements to enhance accuracy and usability of the finance system
• Provide financial analysis, modelling and costings to support bid submissions
• Provide financial information for business cases and board reporting
• Work closely with the stakeholders to ensure robust financial input into strategic initiatives

Candidate requirements

• Ability to work autonomously
• Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent)
• Strong fund accounting experience
• Experience in training or guiding others effectively on the use of financial systems and the application of financial procedures
• Experience in proactively identifying and implementing improvement changes in systems/ processes or continuous improvements within the Service
• Assertive and strong communication skills with excellent listening skills together with persuasive analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of financial systems, ideally Business Central

The Team

A fast-paced but warm and collaborative finance team that's passionate about delivering excellence and evolving their systems post-implementation.

The Details

• 3-month contract starting immediately
• Central London-based, hybrid working available - 2 days a week on site preferred but there is flexibility
• Apply now, together with an updated CV, an indication of any notice period we would need to take into account for you