Financial Accountant

HAYS
London

Job Description

Financial Accountant

Role - Interim Financial Accountant - you will be working for a Central Government Organisation
Duration - 3 months (possibility of extension)
Start Date - ASAP
Rate - £350/day
Fully Remote

  • Provide expert support to non-finance colleagues throughout the Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) process, including guidance on the department’s core finance system. Deliver training to new users to ensure they can perform their financial responsibilities confidently and effectively.
  • Proactively engage with teams across the organisation to build awareness and understanding of financial policies, controls, processes, and systems, promoting strong financial governance.
  • Prepare monthly cash management templates and collate returns to support accurate daily and monthly cash forecasting.
  • Monitor and report on financial performance, including key metrics such as prompt invoice payment and cash-forecasting accuracy. Identify opportunities for process improvements and collaborate with colleagues to implement innovative solutions.
  • Undertake ad hoc tasks requiring strong problem-solving skills, such as reconciling key balance-sheet accounts and preparing correction journals.
  • Support wider team activities through additional ad hoc duties as required.
  • What you'll need to succeed
    • GOVERNMENT ORGANISATION EXPERIENCE IS A MUST
    • Part qualified accountant with 2 years+ experience
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to influence others
    • Understanding of accounting systems
    • Development and delivery of process improvements
    • Advanced Excel skills
    • Demonstrable attention to detail

    What you need to do now

    If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
    If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
    # 4779250
Posted 2026-04-24

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