Interim Transaction Accountant – Plymouth, Devon

Start Date: August 2025
Day Rate: Up to £250 per day (depending on experience)
Location: Plymouth, Devon (Hybrid working available – 3 days required in office)
Contract Type: Interim / Contract

**About the Role**

Hays are currently seeking an experienced Interim Transaction Accountant to join a dynamic finance team in Plymouth from August 2025 onwards, working on a temporary basis for at least 6 months. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive finance professional to support a busy transactional finance function during a period of transition.

As a Transaction Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions across the business. You’ll be responsible for overseeing accounts payable and receivable processes, bank reconciliations, ledger maintenance, and supporting month-end close activities.

**Key Responsibilities**

- Manage and reconcile high-volume transactional data across multiple accounts

- Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing

- Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations

- Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate coding of transactions

- Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures

- Support internal and external audit processes

- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy

**About You**

- Qualified or part-qualified accountant (AAT, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by experience

- Proven experience in a transactional finance role

- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls

- Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, SAP, or similar)

- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills

- Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines

**What’s on Offer**

- Competitive day rate up to **£250/day**

- Flexible working arrangements (hybrid considered)

- Opportunity to work with a supportive and collaborative finance team

- Gain valuable experience in a fast-paced and evolving environment

**Interested?**

Apply now to be considered for this exciting interim opportunity. Interviews will be held in July for an August start.