Interim - Senior Financial Controller

London

Interim Senior Financial Accountant

London Hybrid Working

GBP400–500 a day

We are recruiting an experienced Interim Senior Financial Accountant to join a leading cultural and charitable organisation for an initial 9–month maternity cover

This role will support the finance function through a key reporting period, taking responsibility for statutory reporting, audit management, technical accounting matters and helping the organisation prepare for upcoming Charity SORP changes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and annual financial statements.
  • Manage the year–end audit process and relationships with external auditors.
  • Ensure compliance with Charity SORP, FRS102 and relevant accounting standards.
  • Provide technical accounting advice across the organisation.
  • Support planning and implementation of forthcoming Charity SORP developments.
  • Review and strengthen financial controls, reconciliation processes and reporting frameworks.
  • Assist with governance and compliance reporting.
  • Partner with stakeholders across finance and the wider business.

About You

  • ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified accountant.
  • Strong technical financial accounting and reporting experience.
  • Experience within a museum, gallery, heritage, arts, education, charity or not–for–profit organisation would be highly desirable.
  • Candidates making a move from audit are also encouraged to apply, particularly where they have significant charity or not–for–profit client exposure.
  • Experience preparing statutory accounts and managing external audits.
  • Strong understanding of Charity SORP and financial reporting requirements.
  • Able to hit the ground running and operate effectively in an interim capacity.

For a confidential discussion and further information, please get in touch with Rosemary from Allen Lane.

Posted 2026-10-03

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