Interim Financial Accountant

An FMCG business is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Accountant to support its Controlling team during a period of transformation, system integration, and high operational demand.

This is a 6 month contract, paying £300 - £400 a day inside ir35 with hybrid working available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely submissions during transformation initiatives.

• Prepare monthly P&L commentary and lead the monthly balance sheet reconciliation process across multiple accounts including payroll, fixed assets, accruals, and prepayments.

• Maintain and manage the Fixed Asset Register ensuring alignment with general ledger data.

• Oversee elements of the Accounts Payable cycle including supplier reconciliations, PO creation, and receipting.

• Reconcile bank accounts covering AR, AP, and payroll, ensuring outstanding items are investigated and cleared.

• Support compliance by reviewing internal processes, documenting workflows, and enhancing internal controls.

• Work across dual ERP systems (Oracle Cloud Fusion and Microsoft Business Central), liaising with outsourcing partners to ensure accurate system integration and data integrity.

• Submit monthly debtor scorecards with supporting analysis to FP&A.

• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting on key cost areas (e.g., contractors, distribution).

• Actively support year-end audit processes, preparing schedules and liaising with external auditors.

• Partner with the Regional Financial Controller on special projects and ad hoc tasks.

Key Skills & Experience Required:

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CPA) preferred.

• Strong experience in financial control roles within FMCG or retail environments.

• Proficient in managing end-to-end accounting processes across multiple regions.

• Experience with ERP systems-specifically Oracle Cloud Fusion and Microsoft Business Central.

• Strong understanding of fixed assets, general ledger, AP, and month-end processes.

• Proven ability to manage and review reconciliations, with hands-on delivery and team coordination experience.

• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.

• Track record of supporting finance transformation and system integration projects.

• Analytical, detail-oriented, and highly organised with excellent problem-solving skills.

• Comfortable working in fast-paced, multi-entity environments and managing competing priorities.