Interim Financial Accountant

Interim Financial AccountantLocation: Exeter (3 days in office / 2 days from home) Contract: 6 months initial, with possibility of extension Start Date: ASAP Salary / Rate: £50,000 per annum or day-rate equivalent

Hays are working with a growing technology company based in Exeter who are seeking a hands-on Interim Financial Accountant with strong SME experience to support the finance function during a period of continued growth. The role focuses on month-end delivery, audit preparation, and financial process improvement.This opportunity is ideal for someone adaptable and proactive, comfortable working in a small team where processes are still developing and a high level of ownership is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Ownership of the month-end close for multiple entities, including journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and preparation of management accounts.
• Completion of client funds reconciliations, with timely investigation and resolution of discrepancies.
• Support external audit preparation, including schedules, supporting documentation, and direct liaison with auditors.
• Assist with VAT returns, invoicing, and other routine accounting activities.
• Contribute to financial process and control improvements, helping to establish clear and scalable workflows in an SME environment.
• Provide ad hoc accounting support across the wider group as required.

About You

• Experience working within SME finance teams, with full ownership of month-end processes rather than review-only roles.
• Comfortable operating in an evolving environment without fully defined processes.
• Hands-on, proactive, and willing to contribute across all areas of finance.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders and external auditors.
• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) desirable but not essential.

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