Accountant (Temporary)

• Location: Ipswich
• Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (5-6 months)
• Salary: £37k - £43k
• Working Arrangement: Hybrid

We are seeking an experienced Accountant for a temporary assignment lasting 5-6 months. This role supports the Group Financial Controller and contributes to the financial management of companies and their subsidiaries. The Accountant plays a crucial role in ensuring that financial obligations and objectives are met efficiently.

Day-to-Day of the Role:

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and cash flow forecasting.
• Liaise with budget holders to maintain budgetary and financial control.
• Collaborate with the Controller, Finance Director, and Senior Management Team to provide executive reports.
• Prepare monthly management accounts for trading companies and assist the Trainee Accountant with transactional duties.
• Attend and contribute to monthly management account meetings, addressing any queries from budget holders and controllers.
• Coordinate with internal/external auditors, providing necessary schedules, reconciliation reports, and documents.
• Manage daily treasury operations and deputise for the Group Financial Controller during their absence.
• Deliver monthly management accounts for trading companies in line with period end timetables, including account reconciliations, schedules, and variance analysis.
• Ensure consistent budgetary control over arms-length companies, providing regular information to directors and managers, and advising on cost-effective approaches.
• Ensure timely completion and submission of statutory returns as required.
• Actively engage in Business Partnering, working alongside operational managers to ensure financial control and value for money.
• Represent the companies at meetings as necessary.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in financial and management reporting.
• Commercially focused with proven business partnering skills.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of liaising and influencing at all levels.
• Experience in financial/management accounting and reconciliation of financial information.
• Proficient in using financial systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in producing detailed reports and presenting financial information.
• Knowledge of budget setting and best practices in budgetary control is desirable.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of £37k - £43k, plus excellent benefits.
• Enhanced pension.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.
• Engaging and supportive work environment.

To apply for this temporary Accountant position, please submit your CV to