Interim Project Accountant

Morgan McKinley (South West); Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing organization in finance is seeking an Interim Finance Process & Controls Specialist for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves supporting the integration of finance teams, improving processes for efficiency, and ensuring compliance with financial controls. The ideal candidate should be a qualified accountant with strong GAAP knowledge and experience in finance transformation projects. The position offers a salary range of £80,000 - £100,000 and a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with a strong focus on finance processes.
• Experience in controls-focused environments and compliance.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support integration of finance teams with minimal disruption.
• Map and improve finance processes for efficiency.
• Review financial controls for compliance.
• Resolve complex balance sheet reconciliations.
• Collaborate across departments to enhance processes.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Interim Finance Process & Controls Specialist - 6 Month FTC

80,000 - 100,000 Hybrid Immediate start

We're partnering with a growing organisation going through a period of change and looking for a qualified finance professional to join on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role will play a key part in integrating two centralised finance teams and strengthening financial processes, controls, and reporting.

What you'll be doing

• Support the integration of two centralised finance teams, ensuring minimal disruption
• Map, document and improve finance processes for better control, efficiency, and scalability
• Review and enhance existing financial controls to ensure compliance and robustness
• Resolve complex balance sheet reconciliations and investigate aged items
• Support change management initiatives and training across the finance function
• Work with auditors (internal and external) during the transition period
• Collaborate across departments to drive end-to-end process improvements

What we're looking for

• Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and experience in a controls-focused environment
• Proven track record in process improvement and finance transformation
• Excellent analytical skills and strong Excel ability
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
• Able to work independently, prioritise and problem-solve effectively

Contract details

• 6 month fixed-term contract
• 80,000 - 100,000 DOE
• Hybrid working (with flexibility required)
• Immediate / short notice availability preferred