Interim Financial Accountant
JOB_53269264701324Job type
TemporaryLocation
PlymouthWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Senior Finance QualifiedIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
£ CompetitiveClosing date
23 Sep 2025
Interim Financial Accountant job in Plymouth
- Interim Financial Accountant – Further Education Sector
- Location: Plymouth, Devon (Hybrid Working)
- Contract Type: Interim – Day Rate
- Remuneration: Up to £300 per day (via umbrella company)
- Start Date: Immediate
- Duration: Up to 6 months
Hays are working with a esteemed Further Education institution based in Plymouth, who are seeking to appoint an experienced Interim Financial Accountant to support its finance function during a period of transition and reporting activity.
This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, with an expectation of two days per week on-site. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, compliance with sector-specific regulations, and the delivery of timely financial insights to senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparation of monthly management accounts and statutory financial statements.
- Coordination of year-end processes and liaison with external auditors.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations, particularly within the education or charity sectors.
- Supporting the budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Providing financial analysis and advice to internal departments.
Candidate Profile:
- Professionally qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- Demonstrable experience in financial accounting, ideally within the education or not-for-profit sectors (desirable but not essential).
- Strong technical accounting skills and familiarity with sector-specific reporting requirements.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.
- Availability to commence the assignment at short notice.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional seeking a meaningful interim assignment within a values-driven organisation.
To express interest or request further information, please get in touch at your earliest convenience.
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