Interim Accountant

Summary: The Interim Accountant role is a temporary position based in Oxford, requiring a qualified or finalist-level accountant to manage month-end close, multi-entity accounting, and group reporting for a leading biotechnology research client. The position demands strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, providing exposure to a dynamic sector. The role includes responsibilities such as preparing financial statements and supporting audit preparations while liaising with local advisors across Europe. This position is ideal for someone proactive and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage month-end close for multiple EMEAI entities, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Prepare accruals, prepayments, and journals with strong attention to detail.
• Lead group-level close for accruals, prepayments, and investment bonds.
• Perform cost-centre variance analysis for Finance and HR.
• Support half-year and year-end reporting, including audit preparation.
• Liaise with local advisors across Europe (English required; other languages a plus).
• Drive process improvements and ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Provide ad hoc support across the wider Finance team when needed.

Key Skills:

• Qualified or finalist-level accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent).
• Solid background in financial accounting and reporting.
• Strong Excel skills; good working knowledge of Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Microsoft D365, Blackline, and SharePoint desirable.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently under pressure.
• Team player with excellent communication and adaptability in a fast-changing environment.

Salary (Rate): £300.00 daily

City: Oxford

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other