Summary: The Interim Year End Accountant role involves providing high-quality finance support during the statutory accounting process and annual audit for a public sector organization. The position requires a qualified accountant with strong technical skills to oversee financial reporting and improve financial controls. The contract is initially for 3-4 months with potential for extension and offers hybrid working arrangements. The successful candidate will report to a personable line manager and contribute significant value from the outset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and validate financial schedules and reporting prepared by the in-house finance team
• Provide oversight and quality assurance on the organization's year-end audit process
• Identify any areas for improvement in financial controls and processes
• Offer technical guidance and training to the finance staff as needed

Key Skills:

• Qualified accountant with at least three years post-qualification experience
• Strong technical skills in financial reporting, audit, and accounting standards
• Significant experience in a similar interim or consulting role
• Ideally strong knowledge of IFRS16 and/or IFRS9
• Solution-driven with the ability to quickly pick up new processes

Salary (Rate): £300

City: Birmingham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Finance