Interim Accountant

NXTGEN are supporting a fast-paced and innovative organisation in Cambridge with the appointment of an Interim Accountant to help cover a busy technical accounting period. This short-term assignment is expected to last 1-2 months and will support a busy finance function through a critical reporting window. As Interim Accountant, you'll take ownership of the financial accounting process, ensuring accurate reporting across core financial statements. You'll also play a key role in preparing R&D Tax Credit claims, working alongside both internal stakeholders and external advisors to meet submission deadlines.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of month-end accounts, journals, and reconciliations
• Supporting the financial reporting process and statutory returns
• Leading on R&D Tax Credit calculations and documentation
• Partnering with external consultants on claim submissions
• Ad hoc financial support as needed across the finance team

Candidates will ideally be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with strong technical accounting experience. You'll have a hands-on approach and be comfortable working at pace, within an SME. Previous exposure to R&D Tax Credit claims would be significantly advantageous, and you'll bring the confidence to work independently with minimal onboarding. Strong communication skills and the ability to work across teams will also be key, particularly when partnering with external advisors or internal stakeholders to meet deadlines. Candidates will need to be available at short notice to interview and commence work.

This is a great opportunity for someone between roles or seeking a short-term contract where they can add immediate value. A hybrid working arrangement is available, with the expectation of some presence on-site in Cambridge.