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Interim Accountant

Posted: 07/03/26
Recruiter:Hays
Reference:3080567735
Type:Contract
Salary:Competitive £ Competitive
Location:Exeter, Devon
Description: Interim Accountant job in Exeter

Interim Company Accountant (6 Month Contract)Location: Exeter
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Hours: Full time, 5 days onsite
Start: ASAP
Hays are working with a growing organisation in Exeter is seeking an experienced Interim Company Accountant to provide immediate support across financial accounting, statutory compliance, tax filings, and month end close. This is a hands on role requiring strong technical skills and the ability to work at pace within a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities

  • Manage month end close, journals, accruals, reconciliations, and accounting adjustments.
  • Complete bank, balance sheet, and income statement reconciliations.
  • Prepare and submit VAT, corporation tax, and statutory returns.
  • Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and tax regulations.
  • Liaise with external auditors and advisors.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis.
  • Maintain internal controls and contribute to process improvements.

  • Skills & Experience
  • Fully/part qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or strong QBE.
  • Solid experience in financial accounting, tax compliance, and month end.
  • Strong knowledge of UK tax and statutory reporting.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
  • Confident working with stakeholders and external auditors.
  • Proficient in accounting software and Excel.

  • Ideal Candidate
  • Able to hit the ground running in a hands on interim role.
  • Experienced with audits, year end, or tax cycles.
  • Comfortable operating in a fast moving, growing organisation.
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