Savant Recruitment

Interim Financial Consultant (Outside IR35) - 3 months - Abingdon with hybrid working (1-2 days per week) We are working on behalf of a leading organisation in its sector to appoint an experienced Interim Financial Consultant on an initial 3-month contract. This assignment is offered on a day-rate basis and will support the business through a critical reporting and technical accounting period. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise under IFRS, with particular emphasis on year-end statutory reporting and complex accounting areas, including acquisition accounting. Key responsibilities will include: Lead the IFRS conversion for a subsidiary transitioning from FRS 101 to full IFRS, delivering robust journals, detailed reconciliations, and clear technical papers that articulate key judgements and rationale Manage IFRS 3 business combination accounting for a recent acquisition, including goodwill calculation, asset and liability identification, purchase price allocation methodology, and preparation of a comprehensive, audit-ready technical memorandum Oversee IFRS 2 share-based payment accounting, including review and challenge of valuation models, technical interpretation of complex arrangements, and enhancement of related disclosures. Maintain and strengthen internal controls and financial governance, embedding robust reporting processes and enhancing documentation, review controls, and overall compliance. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with demonstrable experience operating within a complex organisation. You will have a strong track record in IFRS technical reporting, including acquisition accounting under IFRS 3 (ESSENTIAL), and ideally have had exposure to Convertible Loan Notes and Share-Based Payments. Prior experience delivering statutory accounts in a time-sensitive environment is essential. This role would suit a technically strong, detail-oriented professional who can operate autonomously, provide clear technical judgement and deliver to tight deadlines.