Interim Head of Financial Accounting

Head of Financial Accounting (6-Month Contract)

A leading organisation in its sector is seeking an experienced Head of Financial Accounting to join on a 6-month contract. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring exceptional technical accounting expertise combined with strong interpersonal skills and proven team management experience.

You will lead the financial accounting function, taking full responsibility for consolidated statutory reporting and oversight of the external audit process. You will provide authoritative technical accounting guidance across the organisation, ensuring compliance with the latest accounting standards and best practice.

• Lead the preparation of consolidated group and entity statutory financial statements

• Act as the primary technical accounting expert, advising senior finance and non-finance stakeholders

• Lead and coordinate the external audit process to ensure timely sign-off

• Maintain and enhance accounting policies in line with FRS 102 and other relevant standards

• Ensure robust financial controls across ledgers, balance sheet integrity, and reporting processes

• Drive process optimisation, systems improvement, and continuous enhancement initiatives

• Provide insight into the financial impact of legislative and accounting changes

You will lead a small team, fostering a high-performance culture built on accountability, development, and continuous improvement. This role requires a confident communicator who can translate complex technical matters into clear, practical guidance for stakeholders at all levels.

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience

• Extensive technical accounting knowledge, including FRS 102 and consolidated reporting

• Proven experience leading year-end processes and external audits

• Strong understanding of financial controls and statutory reporting requirements

• Demonstrable experience managing and developing teams in a complex organisation

• Confident, engaging and influencing senior stakeholders

• Experience with ERP systems and driving process improvements

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong finance leader who can quickly add value in a complex environment while bringing people with them.

Due to the interim nature of the role, only applicants available on 2 weeks notice or less will be considered