Interim Group Accountant

Posted 12/05/2026 by Axon Moore

Location:
Leeds
Salary/Rate:
£250 - £350/day

Axon Moore are delighted to be supporting a leading and growing business in Leeds  in the appointment of a Group Accountant.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the Group Accountant will play a central role in group consolidation and will carry broad responsibility across both day-to-day cash management and long-term strategic financial planning. This is an exceptional opportunity for a technically strong finance professional.

Key Responsibilities
  • Produce consolidated monthly management information for the Group
  • Prepare financial information for the Group Board pack
  • Provide monthly reporting to shareholders
  • Consolidate, review and challenge the Group's long-term cash forecast
  • Liaise with key stakeholders and senior finance personnel to understand cash movements and forecasting assumptions
  • Assist with day-to-day cash management and produce the Group short-term cash forecast
  • Manage the statutory accounts and corporation tax return process across the Group (circa 50 companies), working alongside the Financial Controller and Finance Manager
  • Ensure adherence to accounting standards and statutory reporting requirements
  • Liaise with the external auditors, tax advisors and bankers
  • Provide ad-hoc analysis to Management to support informed decision making
Ideal Candidate
  • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge with a solid grounding in statutory reporting
  • Experience managing statutory accounts and group consolidations
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently across a range of stakeholders
If you feel you have the required skills and experience for this role, please apply as soon as possible.

INDFIN
Type:
Contract
Start Date:
12/05/2026
Contract Length:
6 months
Job Reference:
AA/501268GRA/YOR
Job ID:
225098342

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