Interim year-end & audit support accountant

Interim Financial AccountantBath Charity/Public Sector Interim Contract

Hays Senior Finance Interim & Contract team are keen to speak with experienced Financial Accountants available for interim, contract or temporary assignments.We are currently supporting a Bath-based charity/public sector organisation with the appointment of an experienced Financial Accountant to provide critical year-end and audit support.This is a hands-on assignment requiring a technically strong finance professional who can quickly add value and help ensure the organisation is fully prepared for audit.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading year-end accounts preparation activities
• Supporting the external audit process
• Completing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating outstanding items
• Identifying and posting necessary accounting adjustments
• Preparing audit files, schedules and supporting documentation
• Responding to year-end accounting queries and liaising with auditors
• Providing general technical accounting support to the finance team

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) preferred
• Proven experience delivering year-end and audit support within a finance function
• Strong balance sheet reconciliation and technical accounting skills
• Able to work independently and proactively in a small, hands-on environment
• Experience within the charity, not-for-profit or public sector environment
• Charity VAT experience is essential

The Opportunity

• Immediate requirement
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact during a critical reporting period
• Flexible interim contract assignment
  Bath-based organisation with turnover of under 10m
  

If you're an experienced Financial Accountant with charity VAT expertise and are available for your next interim opportunity, we'd be keen to speak with you.

Apply now or contact Charles Maidment at Hays Senior Finance Interim & Contract Team for a confidential discussion.

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