Temporary Finance Support Role
Interim Management Accountant
Temporary – minimum 6 weeks (with potential extension)
Immediate – up to £25.00 Per Hour Plus Holiday Pay
Cardiff - Hybrid working
Overview
A well-established and growing organisation is seeking an experienced, hands-on finance professional to provide short-term interim support during a period of increased workload. The successful candidate will work closely with two Finance Assistants, supporting day-to-day finance operations while helping to strengthen procedures and processes.
This is a highly practical role requiring someone who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves, adding value quickly, and leaving the finance function in a stronger position.
Key Requirements:
- Qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA or Qualified by Experience (QBE)
- Strong technical accounting background
- Immediately available and able to commit to the assignment
- Proven experience working in a hands-on interim or temporary capacity
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly management accounts for review
- Prepare and post monthly journals, including accruals and prepayments
- Conduct detailed P&L and Balance Sheet reviews
- Prepare bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations
- Maintain and manage fixed asset registers
- Monitor income and expenditure and produce clear, insightful financial reports
- Support budgeting and year-end processes as required
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to strengthen financial procedures, governance, and oversight
- Provide hands-on support and guidance to two Finance Assistants
- Assist with implementing and improving finance processes and controls
Systems & Skills
- Essential: Strong experience using Xero and QuickBooks
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work autonomously
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with minimal handover
- Practical, solution-focused and adaptable approach
Additional Information
- Hybrid working with flexibility on start and finish times
- On-site parking
- All equipment to be provided
- The role may be extended depending on business requirements
- The client is seeking someone reliable, committed, and able to make an immediate impact