Interim Project Accountant - 6 Month contract - Membership Body

An Interim Project Accountant is required for a high-profile project within a not-for-profit organisation. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate strong financial reporting and project management skills.

Client Details

This organisation is a Not-for-Profit entity with a sizeable workforce. Renowned within the membership body space, they pride themselves on their commitment to fostering growth and development in education.

Description

• Oversee the accounting and administration for all fixed assets, investments, bank accounts and restricted funds, including reporting
• Manage the preparation and submission of the group VAT returns within the statutory deadlines. Lead the relationship with external Corporation tax advisors and respond to all requests from HMRC in a timely manner.
• Review, develop and control accounting standards and policies.
• Lead on all aspects of the audit process, including relationship with the auditors and ensure all queries are resolved in a timely manner. Produce monthly consolidated reports pack including SOFA/balance sheet and cash flow forecast for board and committees pack including P&L and cashflow.
• Produce statutory accounts for the group and subsidiary entities and lead the process for approval and filing.

Profile

A successful Interim Project Accountant should:

• Be fully qualified(ACA or ACCA).
• Have strong financial reporting skills
• Be an all-rounded experienced contractor within the Not for Profit space
• Have exceptional excel skills
• Pick up systems quickly (exposure to Business Central is a plus)
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage budgets effectively
• Ensure month end reconciliations are completed for all balance sheet accounts and follow up on any outstanding actions. Lead on the effective posting and reconciliation of group payroll, pensions, and other intercompany payments, while working with the wider finance team.

Job Offer

• A Competitive day rate (Inside IR35)
• Hybrid working - 2 days in office per week
• The opportunity to work on a high-profile project for an exciting dynamic Not for Profit
• A supportive and inclusive company culture.