Interim Financial Accountant
Salary/Rate:£400 - £500 per day
Job Type:Hybrid
Contract Type:Contract
Town/City:Cheltenham
County:Gloucestershire
Sector:Corporate Accounting & Finance
Job ref:JN -022026-84959_1772123974
Post Date:26. 02. 2026
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About the Role
The Opportunity:
We are supporting a well-established consulting firm with the appointment of an experienced Financial Accountant on an interim basis. This is a key contract role covering a critical reporting period, supporting year-end, statutory reporting and audit deliverables.
The role will suit a technically strong, hands-on qualified accountant who can quickly embed into a fast-paced finance function and deliver to tight deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead month-end and year-end financial reporting processes
- Preparation of statutory accounts under UK GAAP / IFRS
- Liaison with external auditors and management of audit queries
- Balance sheet reconciliations and control reviews
- Support with technical accounting papers and policy documentation
- Review and improve financial controls and reporting processes
- Partner with wider finance and operational teams to ensure accurate reporting
Candidate Profile
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
- Strong technical accounting background
- Proven experience delivering statutory accounts and supporting audits
- Confident operating in a contract/interim capacity
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work to strict deadlines
- Advanced Excel skills

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