Temporary Management Accountant - Year End Audit Support
Location: Remote (UK based) with 2 days per month in a London office. Candidates need live within a reasonable commuting distance of London.
Contract: Temporary, full time, December 2026 to May 2027
Rate: £200-230 per day
The company
My client is a fast-paced, multi-entity European e-commerce group with a head office in London. Following a period of significant growth, they are looking for an experienced accountant to join the finance team on a temporary basis and provide hands-on support through the busy year end and audit period.
The role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll be a safe pair of hands across accounting, analysis and compliance, working closely with the external auditors. Responsibilities include:
- Supporting month end processing and reporting, running existing processes and analysing financial results
- Extracting and analysing large data sets using Excel and AI tools
- Performing year end balance sheet reconciliations and building new ones ahead of the audit
- Preparing lead schedules and supporting information for the auditors
- Acting as a point of contact for auditor queries and clearing audit points promptly
- Getting involved in ad-hoc projects as required
You don't need prior experience in every area, but you'll need the willingness to learn quickly and take ownership.
What you'll need
- 3+ years' experience as an accountant in practice or industry, ideally part or fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or similar)
- Experience supporting a year end audit, including complex balance sheet reconciliations and audit schedules
- Experience within a multi-entity or mid-sized group
- Strong Excel skills (SUMIFS, XLOOKUP, pivot tables) and confidence working with large raw data sets
- Comfort using AI to support your work and improve processes
- A methodical, logical approach, with the confidence to challenge existing processes and solve problems independently
- Strong organisation, prioritisation and communication skills
What's on offer
- A competitive day rate
- Remote working with minimal office time and flexible working hours
- Significant staff discounts
- A friendly, collaborative finance team and regular staff social events
Candidates must have the permanent right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship isn't available.
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