Finance Data Lead

Senior Project Accountant (Finance Data Lead)- 3 Month Contract- London (Hybrid) - £400 Per Day OUTSIDE IR35

IN2 Consult is partnering with an exciting, global client on the recruitment of a Senior Project Accountant to join them on an interim basis, focused on designing and implementing new financial processes within a complex, evolving environment.

This role sits at the intersection of Finance, Data, and Technology, with a core focus on building robust, scalable processes to support accurate revenue recognition and financial reporting. Initially, this will involve developing structured, Excel-based solutions using new data inputs, with a longer-term view toward automation.

You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver a seamless transition to improved ways of working.

Process Design & Implementation

• Develop and implement a new revenue recognition process aligned to existing accounting policies
• Build a structured, repeatable solution (initially Excel-based) using multiple data sources
• Embed controls to identify errors and ensure data accuracy
• Continuously refine outputs and resolve issues throughout implementation
• Transition the process into BAU with clear documentation and post-implementation support

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with finance, technology, and external stakeholders to define and deliver requirements
• Translate business needs into practical, scalable process solutions
• Ensure stakeholders remain aligned and accountable throughout the project lifecycle

Project Accounting

• Ensure accurate accounting treatment of project-related costs and cash flows
• Partner with finance teams to communicate accounting implications and updates
• Maintain oversight of financial impact throughout the project

Governance, Risk & Controls

• Establish strong data governance and process control frameworks
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and reporting standards
• Support audit requirements related to new processes
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks relating to data integrity and reporting accuracy

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles
• Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to manipulate and structure complex datasets
• Experience working across finance and technology-driven projects
• Familiarity with ERP systems & Analytics tools
• Proven ability to build and improve processes in a fast-paced environment
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Senior Project Accountant (Finance Data Lead)- 3 Month Contract- London (Hybrid) - £400 Per Day OUTSIDE IR35