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Interim Senior Financial Accountant

Robert Half
Posted a day ago, valid for a day
Location

Leicester, Leicestershire LE5 3TB

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Robert Half is seeking a Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA) for a finance team role in the East Midlands, requiring immediate support during a key reporting period.
  • The position involves preparing statutory accounts, leading the audit process, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
  • Candidates should have a strong technical background in statutory accounts and audit processes, with prior experience in managing a £200m+ group.
  • The role offers hybrid working flexibility, with a requirement of two days on-site, and the potential for a permanent position if the fit is right.
  • Salary rates are dependent on experience, and candidates must be available for an immediate start.

Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a growing organisation in the East Midlands that requires immediate support in their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA ) to step into a visible and high-impact role during a key reporting period. You will help with Statutory Accounts Preparation, and take a lead on the audit process.

The Role

You'll be responsible for providing technical accounting expertise, ensuring compliance with statutory reporting requirements, and supporting the delivery of accurate and timely financial statements. The business is preparing for a year-end audit and needs someone confident, accurate and efficient.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Preparation of statutory accounts in line with IFRS / UK GAAP
  • Group consolidation and reporting
  • Liaison with external auditors and advisors
  • Reviewing and improving financial reporting processes and controls
  • Supporting internal stakeholders with ad hoc financial analysis and advice
  • Assisting with any transitional work as the business looks to streamline processes and prepare for future growth

About You:

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA )
  • Strong technical knowledge with a background in preparing statutory accounts, and managing an audit process.
  • Able to hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment
  • Prior experience with group consolidation and audit processes of a £200m + group
  • Comfortable with hybrid working (2 days on-site in the East Midlands)

Why Join?

  • Quick start - kick off your next contract immediately
  • Hybrid flexibility and modern office setup
  • Opportunity to secure a permanent role if it's a good fit for both parties
  • Great exposure to a high-performing finance team and senior leadership

Candidates must be available for an immediate start.

Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.