Interim Financial Accountant - 9 Month Contract

Location: UK-based (Remote/Hybrid options negotiable)Organisation: High-profile UK CharityAre you a qualified accountant with proven expertise in financial and statutory reporting for large charities? We are seeking an immediately available Interim Financial Accountant to join a leading UK charity on a 9-month contract, supporting critical year-end and audit preparation activities.Key Responsibilities:

• Lead balance sheet reconciliations, establishing and improving processes with thorough review and follow-up.
• Implement and streamline reserves reconciliations, collaborating closely with Finance Business Partners and finance teams.
• Work alongside the finance team to implement year-end process improvements based on recommendations from the recent audit.
• Assist in preparing information for the interim and final audits (#removed#), ensuring accurate and timely submission.
• Partner with finance systems staff to optimize D365 controls, beginning with improving posting restrictions and enhancing internal controls.

Candidate Requirements:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Extensive experience in financial and statutory reporting within a significant-sized charity.
• Proven track record managing year-end and audit preparation.
• Immediate availability to start.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and process improvement focus.
• Experience working with finance systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make an immediate impact in a respected charitable organisation and contribute to strengthening their financial operations.Apply now to join a mission-driven team and support critical financial processes!What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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