Interim Accountant Transactional/Month end

7 days ago


South West England, United Kingdom Robert Half Full time

Interim Accountant - Immediate Start in Portishead (BS20)

Are you an experienced accountant looking for an exciting interim opportunity in a dynamic and friendly team? We are seeking an Interim Accountant for a well-established company in Portishead. This role offers an immediate start and requires a professional who is not only adept at transactional finance but also comfortable with more complex financial/month end tasks. Our client is going through some growth/organisational change which has found them light in the finance department, this role will add valuable cover over the coming months.

Position: Interim AccountantLocation: Portishead (BS20)Rate: £200-£250 per day (via Umbrella)Duration: 2-3 monthsStart Date: ImmediateOffice Attendance: 2-3 days per week in Portishead office

Key Responsibilities:

  • First 4-6 weeks:
    • Covering payroll and transactional responsibilities while a permanent recruit is sought.
  • Second 4-6 weeks:
    • Providing broader finance team support, including budget reporting, cash flow forecasting, and development of management reporting.
  • Handling transactional finance elements with precision and efficiency.
  • Engaging in more complex financial tasks as needed.

Requirements:

  • Must have Sage or Sage 200 system experience.
  • Must be immediately available and able to hit the ground running with minimal handover.
  • Comfortable with a role heavily focused on transactional work in the initial phase.
  • Ideally from a SME background where they have been hands on with transactional/month end finance.

What We Can Offer:

  • Competitive daily rate of £200-£250.
  • A friendly and supportive team environment.
  • Flexible working arrangement with 2-3 days in the office.
  • An opportunity to contribute significantly to the finance team during a critical period.

Ideal Candidate:

  • An accountant with a solid background in transactional finance and Sage experience.
  • Someone who can seamlessly transition into the role with minimal guidance.
  • A professional who is ready to engage with both routine and complex financial tasks.
  • An individual looking for a temporary role that provides variety and a chance to make an impact.

If you meet the criteria and are ready for an immediate start, we would love to hear from you - or

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