Interim Financial Accountant

  • Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited
  • Chelmsford, Essex
  • Aug 29, 2026
Seasonal Accounting

Job Description

Our client is a growing SME group seeking an experienced Interim Financial Accountant to provide hands-on support across financial control, reconciliations and process improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive finance professional who enjoys getting into the detail, improving controls and helping businesses strengthen their finance function during periods of change.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ownership and review of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
  • Investigation and resolution of intercompany differences across multiple entities
  • Preparation and maintenance of cash flow forecasts
  • Review and submission support for VAT returns
  • Identification of control weaknesses and process improvement opportunities
  • Documentation of finance procedures and key controls
  • Support month-end close and wider finance projects as required
Candidate Profile
  • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or qualified by experience)
  • Strong balance sheet control and reconciliation experience
  • Experience working within multi-entity or group structures
  • Good understanding of cash flow forecasting and working capital management
  • Knowledge of VAT reporting and compliance requirements
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Comfortable operating independently within an SME environment
What's on Offer?
  • Immediate start opportunity
  • Onsite
  • Collaborative and supportive working environment
If you are an experienced accountant available at short notice and looking for a varied interim assignment where you can make a tangible impact, I'd like to hear from you.