Financial Accountant

An established and highly respected organisation based in Winchester is seeking an Interim Accountant to support a period of systems improvement and operational change. This organisation is known for its collaborative culture and purpose led approach.

This is a hands on interim opportunity, expected to last around six months, with flexibility. The role would suit an experienced finance professional who enjoys improving processes, bringing clarity to complex data and supporting teams through change.

The position offers hybrid working and a prompt start, ideally within two weeks.

What will the Interim Accountant role involve?

• Leading finance systems and process improvement projects across the organisation
• Taking ownership of a complex reconciliation relating to third party income collection, including identifying amounts received, refunds due and refunds processed
• Cleaning, structuring and uploading data into the finance system to ensure accuracy and auditability
• Designing and embedding robust processes for future activity, including improving data quality from external partners
• Acting as a senior finance presence to bridge the gap between the Head of Finance and the wider team
• Working with IT to define finance requirements for a new website with an e commerce element
• Supporting the implementation of a new system for payments
• Reviewing and refining existing finance processes, including expenses and operational controls
• Providing ad hoc support on additional finance projects as required

Suitable Candidate for the Interim Accountant vacancy:

• Proven experience operating at qualified/managerial level
• Strong background in finance systems change and process improvement
• Hands on reconciliation experience with the ability to bring order to complex or incomplete data
• Evidence of successfully streamlining or redesigning finance processes
• Able to work collaboratively in a hybrid setting, with regular on site presence in Winchester

Additional benefits and information for the role of Interim Accountant:

• Day rate of £200 to £250, depending on experience
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Initial six month assignment with flexibility and potential for extension
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact through meaningful finance transformation work

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