Interim Management Accountant

Interim Management Accountant - NFP Location: Hybrid Leeds Day Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35) Duration: 3-6 months (potential to extend) Start: Beginnng August We are supporting a large public sector organisation in the appointment of an experienced Interim Management Accountant to provide essential support whilst they recruit permanently is a hands-on role requiring a strong mix of financial accounting and management accounting expertise, operating within a complex and highly regulated environment. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate reporting, maintaining robust controls, and supporting the organisation through a smooth year-end close and audit cycle Responsibilities Support and lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines. Produce management accounts, including robust variance analysis and commentary Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts and supporting schedules Lead on audit preparation, including working papers, reconciliations, and responding to external audit queries Maintain balance sheet integrity through detailed reconciliations and issue resolution Work closely with budget holders to provide financial insight, challenge, and support decision-making Ensure compliance with public sector financial regulations and reporting standards Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and controls Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management as required About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in both financial and management accounting Strong track record supporting year-end and audit processes within a complex organisation Strong understanding of financial controls and governance frameworks Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical capability Able to hit the ground running and deliver impact quickly in an interim capacity Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders Why Apply? Opportunity to contribute during a critical financial reporting period Broad, hands-on role with exposure to both technical and operational finance Work within a purpose-driven public sector environment Flexible, hybrid working model If you're an experienced interim finance professional with a strong management/financial accounting background and are available from August onwards, we'd welcome a confidential conversation. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays