Temporary Accountant – Year-End Close & Reconciliations (2-Week Contract)

air-recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Temporary Accountant for a critical, short-term assignment in London. With a focus on year-end close and reconciliations, candidates must be immediately available and possess strong accounting expertise, particularly with SAGE 200. This on-site role offers a £300 daily rate for the duration of 2 weeks.

Qualifications

• Proven year-end close expertise in accounting/finance.
• Strong experience in high-volume reconciliations.
• Immediate availability for a 2-week commitment.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-volume balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist in finalising month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies for audit accuracy.

Skills

Reconciliation skills

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Qualified/Part-Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or QBE

Tools

SAGE 200

Job description

Temporary Accountant – Year-End Close & Reconciliations (2-Week Contract)

Location: London (On-site)

Rate: £300 per day (Inside IR35)

Duration: 2 weeks – Immediate Start

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Temporary Accountant to support a rapid year-end close, with a primary focus on reconciliations ("recs"). This is a critical, short-term assignment requiring precision and the ability to hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities:

- Perform high-volume balance sheet reconciliations (bank, intercompany, GL, etc.).

- Assist in finalising month-end and year-end financial close processes.

- Investigate and resolve discrepancies to ensure audit-ready accuracy.

- Collaborate with finance teams to maintain compliance and streamline reporting.

Must-Have Experience:

- Proven year-end close expertise in accounting/finance.

- Strong reconciliation skills (bank recs, ledger matching, etc.).

- Hands-on experience with SAGE 200 (essential).

- Immediate availability for a 2-week commitment.

Ideal Candidate:

- Qualified/Part-Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or QBE.

- Highly organised with a problem-solving mindset.

- Self-sufficient in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Please quote AP1144a when applying for this role.