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Interim Accountant

Seymour John
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL544NB, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for an Interim Accountant in Cheltenham, offering a salary of up to £50,249 for an 18-month contract.
  • The role requires a qualified accountant with experience in VAT reporting and a proactive approach to tasks.
  • Candidates should have experience working in a small finance team and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
  • A good understanding of fraud risks and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively is essential.
  • Benefits include a contributory pension scheme, health and fitness center membership, professional development opportunities, and free parking.

Interim Accountant | 18 months | Cheltenham | up to £50,249

The Company

My client is in the Education sector

Role

My client is looking for an Interim Accountant, on an 18-month contract to support with the maternity cover of our Fees Accountant, alongside driving process improvements and supporting with accurate VAT reporting as they navigate new legislation

Key Responsibilities

The role is suitable for a qualified accountant, who is proactive and enjoys a broad range of tasks, including transactional and reconciliation, and is proud to provide a high level of internal and external customer service. Meeting deadlines and keeping calm under pressure is essential, as is prioritising own workload during busier periods.

Good working knowledge of VAT is required, and experience of partial exemption would be advantageous. You will have experience of working in a small and busy finance team, with a sound appreciation of the risks related to fraud. You will be able to work independently using your own initiative and collaboratively as part of the wider team. You will be willing to undertake tasks that support the success of the team and operations as a whole.

In addition to joining a fantastic team and having a great work-life balance, other benefits include:

  • A contributory Pension scheme
  • Membership of our state-of-the-art Health & Fitness Centre at a minimal, discounted cost for yourself and at a reduced rate for your family
  • Company funded healthcare cash plan
  • Professional development
  • Subsidised restaurant & other refreshments available at no cost
  • Library: become a full borrowing member on joining
  • Free parking available
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Electric vehicle charging points

For further information, please contact Rhian Mountjoy

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.