Interim Financial Accountant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Interim Financial Accountant to join a high-performing and supportive finance team in Bath. This role is available from mid to late January and will be integral in ensuring the smooth delivery of year-end reporting and audit processes during a busy period.

Interim Financial AccountantLocation: Bath (near train and bus station)Rate: £300-£350 per dayDuration: 3-6 months

Key Responsibilities:

• Year-End Accounts Preparation:
  • Prepare and review year-end accounts, ensuring compliance with IFRS and UK statutory reporting (FRS 101).
  • Oversee the creation and review of financial statements, disclosures, and consolidated accounts.
• Audit Support:
  • Prepare detailed audit schedules and respond to audit queries in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Act as the key contact for auditors, ensuring all requests are handled efficiently.
  • Collaborate with the finance team to meet deadlines and deliver a smooth audit process.
• Technical Accounting:
  • Manage the consolidation of accounts, including a European entity, under IFRS.
  • Prepare comprehensive consolidation notes for inclusion in financial statements.
  • Interpret and apply technical accounting standards to complex scenarios.
• Financial Reporting and Compliance:
  • Ensure accurate and compliant statutory accounts are prepared for the UK and European entities.
  • Monitor compliance with internal controls and external regulatory requirements.
• Team Collaboration and Support:
  • Provide additional expertise and hands-on support to the finance team during the year-end period.
  • Assist with ad-hoc financial reporting tasks and ensure seamless collaboration across the team.

Requirements:

• ACCA/ACA-qualified accountant, ideally with a background in a Big 4 or reputable audit firm.
• Extensive experience with IFRS disclosures and UK statutory reporting (FRS 101).
• Proven track record in preparing consolidated accounts for multi-entity organisations.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and adapt quickly.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, fitting seamlessly into a supportive team environment.

Culture:You'll be joining a dynamic, positive, and relaxed finance team that prides itself on its supportive culture. This is a well-organised business where your expertise will make an immediate impact, providing additional bandwidth during a critical reporting period.

Working Arrangements:

• Hybrid working: Ideally three days per week in the office, increasing to four days during busy periods.
• Start date: Mid to late January, with interviews conducted via Teams in early January.

To Apply:If you are a technically skilled accountant with audit experience and are available to step into a rewarding interim role, we encourage you to apply.

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