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