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Interim Part Qualified Accountant

Hybrid in London·Added 12 days ago (last checked 31 Oct)

Agency
Michael Page UK

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Work mode
Hybrid, London
Contract
Interim role

Skills

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Interim Accountant contract based in London.
  • Hybrid working arrangement

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People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

The role

As an Interim Accountant in London, you will manage core accounting work within the Not For Profit sector, helping the finance function keep accurate and timely records. This temporary role will focus on practical financial tasks that help day-to-day operations run smoothly.

What you'll do

  • Prepare and post journals, including rent and service charge transactions.
  • Manage accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Support month-end close processes and maintain accurate financial records.
  • Assist with the production of management accounts and financial reports.
  • Raise sales invoices and support income accounting activities.
  • Process weekly payment runs and support Accounts Payable functions.
  • Produce financial reports, system downloads, and data analysis to support the finance team.
  • Maintain and reconcile rent and service charge accounts.
  • Support year-end audit and financial reporting requirements.
  • Monitor and investigate financial variances and discrepancies.
  • Work with large volumes of financial data across multiple finance systems.
  • Support the continuous improvement of finance processes, controls, and reporting.
  • Provide guidance and support to junior members of the finance team where required.
  • Build effective working relationships across the organisation and act as a key contact for finance-related queries.
  • Support both management accounting and transactional finance activities within a hands-on finance environment.

Summary

  • Hybrid Working
  • Interim 3 month Contract

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'Interim Accountant' should have:

  • Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
  • Experienced in journals, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and month-end accounting.
  • Strong Excel and finance systems skills, with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
  • Previous supervisory or line management experience desirable.
  • Hands-on, adaptable, and willing to support across all areas of finance.
  • Ambitious individual seeking progression into a more senior accounting role.
  • Housing, social housing, or not-for-profit experience.

About Michael Page UK

Michael Page is a recruitment agency that connects businesses with job seekers, offering services ranging from experienced professional hiring to executive search, scaled recruitment and outsourcing solutions. The company operates globally, with more than 100 offices across 34 countries.

Its teams blend market insights, data and advanced technology to deliver hiring outcomes, and it also publishes career advice and salary guides for job seekers.

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About the company & team

The organisation operates in the Not For Profit sector in London.

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