Interim Financial Accountant

Contract Length: 3-4 months Daily Rate: £350 - £400 Location: Central London Job Type: Full-time, 4 days per week in the office

We are currently seeking an experienced and Qualified Accountant to join our client’s finance team on a temporary basis, who are a specialist within the construction sector. This role is crucial for supporting the preparation of the Group’s year-end accounts and managing the external audit process.

This role will require a fully qualified Accountant with a background in statutory accounts/financial statements preparation and support or leading on an audit process.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Prepare and review year-end balance sheet reconciliations, supporting schedules, and audit working papers.
• Ensure all year-end files are complete, accurate, and audit-ready.
• Coordinate the preparation and collation of information required by external auditors.
• Serve as the key day-to-day contact for the audit team, managing the audit request list and addressing outstanding queries.
• Proactively follow up with finance team members and the wider business to ensure timely information delivery.
• Review audit queries and prepare well-supported responses.
• Identify and address accounting issues during the year-end process in collaboration with senior finance management and auditors.
• Assist with the preparation and review of statutory accounts and supporting disclosures.
• Support the reconciliation of management accounts to the year-end statutory reporting position.
• Maintain clear records of audit adjustments and accounting judgements.
• Monitor the year-end and audit timetable, highlighting potential delays or issues promptly.
• Provide additional financial accounting and reporting support as needed during the year-end process.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Extensive experience in financial accounting and year-end reporting.
• Proven track record in managing or playing a significant role in an external audit.
• Excellent balance sheet reconciliation and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage own workload and deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence in handling large volumes of financial data.
• Clear and confident communication abilities.

Personal Attributes:

• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Deadline-driven and highly organised.
• Resilient under pressure and comfortable challenging information.
• Commercially and pragmatically minded.
• Able to build effective working relationships quickly.
• Committed to driving the year-end and audit process forward.

This interim role is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to leverage their skills in a dynamic environment, contributing significantly to the year-end financial processes.

To apply for this Interim Financial Accountant / Audit Lead position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.