Interim Project Accountant

  • Bayman Atkinson Smythe
  • Ramsbottom, Lancashire
  • Jul 23, 2025
Contractor Accounting

Job Description

INTERIM PROJECT ACCOUNTANT INSURANCE £250 £400 per day or c£65k Hybrid North West Start ASAP

We re recruiting urgently for a highly capable Project Accountant to join a well-established Financial Services & Insurance organisation on a 9 12 month contract. This is a key hire within a small, collaborative finance team, working on a number of critical process improvement and reporting initiatives.

You must have:

  • Proven insurance sector experience
  • An accountant with extensive experience of statutory accounting
  • Available to start immediately or on short notice

What you ll be doing:

  • Improve and streamline month-end and year-end processes
  • Drive enhancements to statutory reporting
  • Support integration following a recent acquisition
  • Assist with the new policy administration system roll-out and ensure smooth interaction with accounting software
  • Lead balance sheet reconciliations and investment accounting
  • Liaise with auditors and ensure timely delivery of accurate data

Ideal profile:

  • Experienced with statutory and management accounts
  • Analytical, detail-focused, and deadline-driven
  • Strong communicator and team player
  • Advanced Excel skills; Microsoft Dynamics exposure is a bonus

This is a brilliant opportunity to step into a high-impact role within a friendly, mission-driven team. Hybrid working on offer, with competitive day rate or FTC salary equivalent.

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