Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Interim Senior Financial Accountant to support the Financial Controller (FC) while our rapidly growing company transitions from using Intuit QuickBooks to Sage Intacct. The successful candidate will take on most of the FC’s daily and monthly activities while he manages and completes implementation process of Intacct. The planned go live for Intacct is 01 December so you will be required to fill this role until minimum of May 2027. You will also be expected to support in the preparation of year-end accounts for 2026 in Jan-Feb 2027 and external audit in March 2027.
The primary role of the post holder is, together with the Accounts Assistant and Bookkeeper, to support the FC in providing accurate financial information, analysis, and insights to support business decision-making. This role focuses on cashflow management, forecasting, management reporting, cost control, and performance analysis to help the organisation achieve its financial and operational objectives. The successful candidate will be already very experienced in a similar capacity as you will need to take over from day 1.
Key Responsibilities:
· Understand and maintain cashflow activities on a daily basis.
· Prepare the Management Accounts pack for review with FC including manual consolidation of parent and 5 subsidiaries.
· Analyse financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
· Investigate and explain variances, highlighting key business drivers.
· Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
· Balance Sheet reconciliation.
· Identify and adjust for stock movements
· Provide detailed financial analysis and recommendations to management.
· Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
· Support profitability and margin analysis across products, services, or business units.
· Review monthly performance with budget holders and update forecast model
· Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
· Partner with operational teams to provide financial guidance.
· Drive automation and efficiency initiatives within the finance function.
· Assist with investment appraisals and financial modelling.
You
Education, experience and achievements
· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. (D)
· A minimum of MAAT or part-qualified professional accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent). (E)
· A minimum of 10 years’ experience in a senior financial role (E)
· Microsoft Office literacy in Excel, Word & Outlook to an intermediate/advanced level (E)
· Experience preparing management accounts and financial analysis. (E)
· Proven track record of supporting cashflow management (E)
· Proven track record of P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow Consolidation (E)
Skills & Knowledge
· Microsoft Office literacy in Excel, Word & Outlook to an intermediate/advanced level (E)
· Strong communication skills, both verbal and written (E)
· Use of QuickBooks or similar accounting software (E)
· Use of Sage Intaact (D)
Personal Attributes
· High level of accuracy and attention to detail (E)
· Ability to maintain confidentiality and a high level of discretion (E)
· Self-motivated with a strong work ethic (D)
· Enthusiastic & energetic (D)
· Strong time-management skills (E)
Join us to make a meaningful impact during this exciting interim opportunity! We value energetic professionals who are passionate about delivering precise financial results while supporting our team’s growth and success.
Essential Requirements (E) are those, without which, a candidate would not be able to do the job.
Desirable Requirements (D) are those which would be extremely useful for the post holder to possess and will be considered when more than one applicant meets the essential requirements.
*Salary will be pro rata depending on hours*
Pay: £60,000.00-£70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Little Walsingham NR22 6AZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- consolidation: 3 years (required)
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
