Interim Accountant in Bristol

Location: Bristol
Salary: £275.00 per day
Recruiter: Robert Half
Job Hours: Full-time

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Interim Accountant Needed - Start within the next 2 weeks!

Our client, a collection of 10 companies with a complex inter-company accounting relationship, is looking for an Interim Accountant to join their dynamic team.

Location: North Bristol (2 days in the office, 3 from home)
Duration: 3-4 months
Rate: £275pd-£325pd (via Umbrella)

Role Overview: This interim assignment supports the business during the recruitment of permanent staff. The role requires a strong Accountant who can manage the P&L and Balance Sheet, engage with auditors, and oversee monthly management accounts. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Director, support commercial aspects of the role, and integrate with the wider business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monthly Management Accounts: Oversee and produce monthly management accounts focusing on the P&L and Balance Sheet.
  • Audit: Engage with auditors and manage statutory accounts.Handle mid-audit tasks and ensure audit readiness.
  • Inter-company Accounting: Manage and understand complex inter-company transactions.Ensure accurate and timely inter-company reconciliations.
  • Systems Management: Utilise in-house systems for accounting and financial reporting.
  • Team Support: Assist the Finance Director.Help recruit and onboard a Finance Assistant and a Financial Accountant.
  • Business Partnering: Partner with non-finance departments to support business operations.Provide financial insights and commercial support to the wider business.
  • Candidate Requirements:

  • Qualified by experience or Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
  • Strong experience in financial accounting and audit.
  • Proven ability to manage P&L and Balance Sheet.
  • Experience with inter-company accounting and transactions.
  • Strong commercial acumen and ability to understand business needs.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Previous experience in a similar interim role would be advantageous.
  • Why Join?

  • Opportunity to work with a diverse and dynamic team.
  • Gain experience in a complex and varied accounting environment.
  • Be a part of finance transformation projects.
  • Competitive daily rate with the flexibility of an interim position.
  • If you are a detail-oriented, proactive accountant looking for a short-term assignment in North Bristol, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join a company with a strong working culture and an opportunity to make a significant impact.

    Please send your latest CV, rate expectations, location, and availability or contact me directly at 0117 993 5400 / 07834 061948.

    Looking forward to hearing from you!

    Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.


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