Interim Financial Accountant
Posted 7 days ago by HAYS
Negotiable
Inside
Undetermined
Swindon, Wiltshire, UK
Summary: The Interim Financial Accountant role is situated within the Education Sector in Swindon, aimed at supporting the Finance Manager for a duration of 3 months, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent position. The ideal candidate should possess experience in the Education or wider Public Sector, with a strong foundation in financial accounting and transactional finance processes. Proficiency in Sage and Excel is essential for success in this role. Candidates who are not finalists or newly qualified but have relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Finance Manager for a duration of 3 months with potential for permanent placement.
- Complete accounts up to trial balance.
- Manage transactional finance processes and financial accounting tasks.
- Utilize Sage software for accounting functions.
- Demonstrate strong Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting.
Key Skills:
- Experience in the Education Sector or wider Public Sector accounting roles.
- Ability to complete accounts up to trial balance.
- Strong understanding of transactional finance processes.
- Proficiency in Sage accounting software.
- Advanced Excel skills.
Salary (Rate): £225 Daily
City: Swindon
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Finance
Your new company
Education Sector Business based in Swindon
Your new role
Interim Financial Accountant to support Finance Manager for 3 months+ with potential to go permanent
What you'll need to succeed
Hays are working closely with an existing client on this interim role, where the role could go permanent should the fit be right on both sides.
The client would love someone with Education Sector experience but if not, wider Public Sector exposure within an accounting role is desired.
Generically, you will be able to complete accounts up to trial balance, have a good grasp on transactional finance processes, financial accounting, experience with Sage and have strong Excel skills.
If you are not classified as a finalist or newly qualified but feel you have the necessary skillset and experience for this role, please do get in touch!
What you'll get in return
The client is looking to pay up to £225/day via Umbrella Co.
Candidates will also have the opportunity to apply for this role if it becomes permanent after the closure of year-end.
What you need to do now
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