Interim Financial Accountant

Sophie Hawkes
Business Manager - Not-For-Profit
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Summary
This interim Financial Accountant role supports year-end and audit processes for an impressive membership going through a systems change. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with charity sector experience, strong technical skills, and a proven track record in preparing year-end accounts and liaising with auditors.

Our Client
A prestigious professional membership body with a long-standing history of advancing standards in its specialism. It plays a key role in education, training, policy development, and professional development initiatives.

The Role
  • Support year-end financial processes and reporting, delivering accurate and timely accounts
  • Prepare statutory accounts for three smaller charities
  • Liaise with external auditors and respond to audit queries
  • Reconcile investment accounts and ensure accuracy of financial data
  • Provide expert input on charity-specific accounting requirements
  • Ensure compliance with charity SORP and relevant regulations
  • Maintain financial controls and documentation
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders
The Successful Candidate
  • ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or equivalent experience) or proven long term experience in charity sector financial accounting
  • Strong understanding of charity audit processes and requirements (ideally SORP)
  • Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
  • Confident communicator with a proactive approach
What's on offer?
  • Competitive day rate
  • Full-time interim contract until Christmas (with potential extension)
  • Start date as soon as possible
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That's why we're committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the global workforce in every role we recruit for.