Interim Financial Accountant

Prospectus is delighted to be working with an international animal welfare charity on their search for an Interim Financial Accountant, who will ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, as well as the charity's compliance with all required areas.

This is a full-time role, offered on 6-month contract based in London (Hybrid).

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Financial Accountant will prepare the annual statutory accounts, ensuring they comply with SORP and Companies Act. The Financial Accountant will be responsible for financial records, ensuring these are accurate, timely and relevant. The postholder will also manage the timely and efficient close of the month-end and ensure all Balance Sheet accounts are regularly reconciled. The successful candidate will manage the financial accounts team, ensuring all team members perform their function efficiently and effectively.

To be successful, you will be a qualified/part-qualified accountant, with proven knowledge and experience of preparing accounts under SORP. You will have demonstrable experience in using computerised accounting systems, with an ability to monitor and improve financial procedures. You will have excellent communication skills with proven skills in managing a small team and building strong relationships across a range of staff. You will have a high-level of attention to detail and accuracy, with an ability to manage a busy workload across all areas of financial accounting.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

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