Accountant

Job Title: Interim Accountant
Department: Finance
Location: Feltham
Contract Type: Interim / Temporary 3 months
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000

We are currently seeking an experienced Interim Accountant to join our Finance team and play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting business operations, and driving process improvements across the organisation.

• Prepare group financial statements, consolidations, P&L accounts, budgets, cash flows, and monthly management accounts
• Supervise the production of management accounts for Russell Finex Ltd, including balance sheet reconciliations and P&L analysis
• Lead the balance sheet review process and ensure accuracy
• Partner with departmental heads to develop KPIs and deliver insightful monthly reports
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis as required
• Prepare annual budgets and periodic forecasts, including group consolidation
• Support the development and documentation of internal procedures
• Continuously review and improve accounting practices and processes
• Ensure statutory compliance and manage the annual audit process
• Oversee year-end accounts preparation and liaise with external auditors
• Drive ERP system improvements and lead related developments
• Maintain effective communication with international subsidiaries
• Oversee VAT submissions for the UK, Ireland, and Belgium
• Oversee payroll submissions for the UK, Sweden, and Spain

• Provide cover for other members of the accounts team as needed
• Manage the General Ledger Accounting team
• Support senior management with ad hoc tasks

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Finalist ACCA or QBE
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in group reporting
• Excellent communication and business partnering skills
• Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and capable finance professional to make an immediate impact in a dynamic and supportive team.