Interim Project Accountant

Robert Half is recruiting an interim Project Accountant to provide hands-on support during an ongoing finance systems implementation within the education sector. This is a full-time, 3-4 month assignment, focused on supporting the finance team with operational tasks, reporting, and process improvements as the new system is embedded.

Interim Project Accountant - Finance Systems SupportLocation: UK - on-site, 5 days per weekRate: £250- £300+ per day (negotiable) Duration: 3-4 months

This is a support role, ideal for an experienced accountant who has worked with finance systems and wants to make an immediate impact in a short-term assignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the transition to a new finance system (e.g., iFinance, AccountsIQ, or similar).
• Support month-end close, reconciliations, and preparation of management information.
• Help produce budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reporting.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to finance staff and budget holders.
• Identify opportunities to streamline finance processes and improve efficiency.
• Act as a point of contact for colleagues needing system support.
• Ensure continuity of day-to-day finance operations alongside system implementation activities.

Candidate Requirements

• Fully or part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in financial accounting and management reporting.
• Hands-on experience supporting finance system implementations or upgrades.
• Strong IT skills; familiarity with integrated finance systems (AccountsIQ, iFinance, IRIS, or similar) advantageous.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work independently in a busy environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with finance teams and wider stakeholders.

Term/Rate

• Interim assignment for 3-4 months.
• £250- £300+ per day (negotiable) Full-time, on-site, 5 days per week.

If you are an experienced accountant with a hands-on approach and enjoy supporting live finance system projects, this is a fantastic opportunity to make an immediate impact.

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