Location: Newcastle Working Pattern: Hybrid working, 2-3 Days on-site working Engagement Route: Personal Services Company / Limited Company (IR35 status to be determined on an assignment basis) Day Rate: negotiable Who we are At Grant Thornton we're building something bold. We're doing things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity. Our journey from great to exceptional is well underway. With significant investment behind us and a clear strategy for growth, there's real momentum. Our Agile Talent Community (ATC) brings together experienced contract professionals who want choice without losing connection. You work where you add the most value, alongside teams who treat you as a partner rather than a placeholder. Joining us in CFO Solutions - Finance Placements Grant Thornton's CFO Solutions provides strategic, transformation and execution support for CFOs, through multiple services including finance consultancy, finance placements, business process outsourcing and technical accounting advice. The Finance Placements team focuses on providing an on-demand and project-focused accounting service, deploying individuals and teams of interim finance professionals into our clients' finance functions to help them through periods of challenge or change. If you're an experienced Interim Financial Accountant who's tired of choosing between freedom and meaningful work, there's another route. Within CFO Solutions you'll be given the opportunity to take on short- to medium-term projects that sharpen your expertise, stretch your thinking, and give you a different angle on familiar challenges - all without locking you into a single path. You can engage with us through your own limited company or on inside IR35 terms - whichever way gives you the freedom you're looking for Skills we are looking for: Fully qualified member of a professional accounting body such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent. Experience working within Industry, in a company with an annual turnover of a minimum of £50m+, ideally within a listed FTSE business and/or Top 20 practice within financial/statutory accounting capacity. Experience of half and full-year-end accounts preparation, audit liaison and preparation of monthly management accounts. Group Accounts Consolidation and Intercompany accounting. Financial reporting under IFRS, UK GAAP, US GAAP, or international GAAP. Preparation of year-end statutory accounts and audits. You will be an ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant with industry and/or practice experience. Why Consultants choose the ATC Work that moves you forward When a project fits your skills, we'll get in touch, but you choose whether it's right for you. That means working on engagements that genuinely build your portfolio and expand your expertise. The freedom of contracting without the hidden admin You're not left to navigate the freelance world alone. Our Agile Talent team helps you understand freelance regulation and connects you with people who broaden your thinking through our teams and clients. Community you can actually feel Connection shouldn't disappear just because you're contracting. From market insights to wellbeing sessions to networking events, you'll be part of a community designed to make the independent path less isolated and more impactful. Our culture and values We have a culture where talented people thrive - where high performance is not just expected but enabled. It's a culture built on clarity, curiosity, and care. One that challenges us to aim higher, where we're encouraged to make the most of an abundance of resources to fuel our own development, and where we support each other to grow, learn, and succeed. Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. How to join We keep the process straightforward, because the real work happens once you're here. Submit your CV and basic details through our online application. If there's a match, a recruiter will reach out to discuss. Meet key stakeholders for a focused conversation. Complete your background checks, join the Agile Talent Community, and start exploring the opportunities we have to offer. If you need adjustments at any point in the process, please let us know during the application stage - we aim to make sure our roles are accessible to everyone.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Location: Newcastle Working Pattern: Hybrid working, 2-3 Days on-site working Engagement Route: Personal Services Company / Limited Company (IR35 status to be determined on an assignment basis) Day Rate: negotiable Who we are At Grant Thornton we're building something bold. We're doing things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity. Our journey from great to exceptional is well underway. With significant investment behind us and a clear strategy for growth, there's real momentum. Our Agile Talent Community (ATC) brings together experienced contract professionals who want choice without losing connection. You work where you add the most value, alongside teams who treat you as a partner rather than a placeholder. Joining us in CFO Solutions - Finance Placements Grant Thornton's CFO Solutions provides strategic, transformation and execution support for CFOs, through multiple services including finance consultancy, finance placements, business process outsourcing and technical accounting advice. The Finance Placements team focuses on providing an on-demand and project-focused accounting service, deploying individuals and teams of interim finance professionals into our clients' finance functions to help them through periods of challenge or change. If you're an experienced Interim Financial Accountant who's tired of choosing between freedom and meaningful work, there's another route. Within CFO Solutions you'll be given the opportunity to take on short- to medium-term projects that sharpen your expertise, stretch your thinking, and give you a different angle on familiar challenges - all without locking you into a single path. You can engage with us through your own limited company or on inside IR35 terms - whichever way gives you the freedom you're looking for Skills we are looking for: Fully qualified member of a professional accounting body such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent. Experience working within Industry, in a company with an annual turnover of a minimum of £50m+, ideally within a listed FTSE business and/or Top 20 practice within financial/statutory accounting capacity. Experience of half and full-year-end accounts preparation, audit liaison and preparation of monthly management accounts. Group Accounts Consolidation and Intercompany accounting. Financial reporting under IFRS, UK GAAP, US GAAP, or international GAAP. Preparation of year-end statutory accounts and audits. You will be an ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant with industry and/or practice experience. Why Consultants choose the ATC Work that moves you forward When a project fits your skills, we'll get in touch, but you choose whether it's right for you. That means working on engagements that genuinely build your portfolio and expand your expertise. The freedom of contracting without the hidden admin You're not left to navigate the freelance world alone. Our Agile Talent team helps you understand freelance regulation and connects you with people who broaden your thinking through our teams and clients. Community you can actually feel Connection shouldn't disappear just because you're contracting. From market insights to wellbeing sessions to networking events, you'll be part of a community designed to make the independent path less isolated and more impactful. Our culture and values We have a culture where talented people thrive - where high performance is not just expected but enabled. It's a culture built on clarity, curiosity, and care. One that challenges us to aim higher, where we're encouraged to make the most of an abundance of resources to fuel our own development, and where we support each other to grow, learn, and succeed. Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. How to join We keep the process straightforward, because the real work happens once you're here. Submit your CV and basic details through our online application. If there's a match, a recruiter will reach out to discuss. Meet key stakeholders for a focused conversation. Complete your background checks, join the Agile Talent Community, and start exploring the opportunities we have to offer. If you need adjustments at any point in the process, please let us know during the application stage - we aim to make sure our roles are accessible to everyone.
Gleeson Recruitment Group
Leicester, Leicestershire
Interim Head of Finance (12 Month FTC) Leicester (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) 70,000 - 80,000 Gleeson are delighted to be supporting a well-established charity in Leicester to recruit an Interim Head of Finance on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Governance, this is a broad leadership role with responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, oversight of financial reporting and budgeting, and partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation. Managing a team of 12, you'll provide strong leadership across multiple finance and procurement disciplines while ensuring the organisation continues to deliver robust financial control, insightful charity reporting and effective support to operational teams and boards. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and support a finance team of 12 across multiple disciplines Oversee Financial Accounts, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Management Accounts and Procurement functions Ensure the timely delivery of monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts Lead the year-end process and statutory reporting requirements Support charity-specific financial reporting and governance requirements Prepare and present financial information to a variety of boards and committees Partner with the Senior Leadership Team to support strategic decision-making Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance across the finance function Oversee the Finance Systems Manager and support the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting capabilities Foster a collaborative and customer-focused culture within the finance team and across the wider organisation Ideal Candidate Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is essential Proven experience leading sizeable finance teams within a charity or not-for-profit environment is essential Strong people management and leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams Experience delivering financial reporting to a charitable board, budgeting and forecasting within a complex organisation Comfortable presenting financial information to boards, committees and senior stakeholders Strong business partnering skills and experience working closely with executive leadership teams Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build effective relationships across the organisation Knowledge of FRS 102 would be advantageous, although support is available internally Experience gained across both the charity/not-for-profit sector and commercial industry environments would be particularly attractive PLEASE NOTE: This role has the potential to start within the next week so only candidates with quick availability will be considered. This role would suit an experienced finance leader who enjoys balancing operational excellence with stakeholder engagement and team development, while helping a purpose-led organisation achieve its objectives. If this sounds of interest to you, please don't hesitate to apply. Please note: Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester and able to attend site 2-3 days per week - CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised. Previous charity/not-for-profit finance experience is essential. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Jun 17, 2026
Contractor
Interim Head of Finance (12 Month FTC) Leicester (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) 70,000 - 80,000 Gleeson are delighted to be supporting a well-established charity in Leicester to recruit an Interim Head of Finance on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Governance, this is a broad leadership role with responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, oversight of financial reporting and budgeting, and partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation. Managing a team of 12, you'll provide strong leadership across multiple finance and procurement disciplines while ensuring the organisation continues to deliver robust financial control, insightful charity reporting and effective support to operational teams and boards. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and support a finance team of 12 across multiple disciplines Oversee Financial Accounts, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Management Accounts and Procurement functions Ensure the timely delivery of monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts Lead the year-end process and statutory reporting requirements Support charity-specific financial reporting and governance requirements Prepare and present financial information to a variety of boards and committees Partner with the Senior Leadership Team to support strategic decision-making Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance across the finance function Oversee the Finance Systems Manager and support the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting capabilities Foster a collaborative and customer-focused culture within the finance team and across the wider organisation Ideal Candidate Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is essential Proven experience leading sizeable finance teams within a charity or not-for-profit environment is essential Strong people management and leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams Experience delivering financial reporting to a charitable board, budgeting and forecasting within a complex organisation Comfortable presenting financial information to boards, committees and senior stakeholders Strong business partnering skills and experience working closely with executive leadership teams Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build effective relationships across the organisation Knowledge of FRS 102 would be advantageous, although support is available internally Experience gained across both the charity/not-for-profit sector and commercial industry environments would be particularly attractive PLEASE NOTE: This role has the potential to start within the next week so only candidates with quick availability will be considered. This role would suit an experienced finance leader who enjoys balancing operational excellence with stakeholder engagement and team development, while helping a purpose-led organisation achieve its objectives. If this sounds of interest to you, please don't hesitate to apply. Please note: Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester and able to attend site 2-3 days per week - CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised. Previous charity/not-for-profit finance experience is essential. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Interim Accountant Your new companyThis is an excellent chance to join a market-leading company who pride themselves on their customer service and reputation. Your new roleWorking within the finance team, you will take a key role with a commercially focused approach, which includes: financial results analysis, assisting with group cash-flow forecasting, general ledger reconciliation, liaison with stakeholders as well as monthly management accounting through to year-end. What you'll need to succeedYou will already demonstrate a current track record in management accounting, offering a varied skill set from the ground up. You will already be studying for your professional qualification, ACCA/CIMA, and have experience in key tasks from general ledger, month-end closure and reporting, using advanced Excel skills. Being an excellent communicator, you will be able to work within a team and independently whilst being capable of multitasking in a deadline-driven environment. What you'll get in returnYou will work in a hybrid model for an organisation that is committed to the continual professional development of its staff. This is a chance to work for a commercially minded company which is on an exciting growth trajectory. What you need to do nowIf 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. #
Sep 25, 2025
Contractor
Interim Accountant Your new companyThis is an excellent chance to join a market-leading company who pride themselves on their customer service and reputation. Your new roleWorking within the finance team, you will take a key role with a commercially focused approach, which includes: financial results analysis, assisting with group cash-flow forecasting, general ledger reconciliation, liaison with stakeholders as well as monthly management accounting through to year-end. What you'll need to succeedYou will already demonstrate a current track record in management accounting, offering a varied skill set from the ground up. You will already be studying for your professional qualification, ACCA/CIMA, and have experience in key tasks from general ledger, month-end closure and reporting, using advanced Excel skills. Being an excellent communicator, you will be able to work within a team and independently whilst being capable of multitasking in a deadline-driven environment. What you'll get in returnYou will work in a hybrid model for an organisation that is committed to the continual professional development of its staff. This is a chance to work for a commercially minded company which is on an exciting growth trajectory. What you need to do nowIf 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. #
Sewell Wallis are currently working on behalf of our client, a growing service sector business based in Harrogate, Noth Yorkshire, as they look to recruit a Management Accountant on a 12 month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. The primary aim of this role is to become a subject matter expert in the Company's opex costs, providing in-depth analysis every month of costs to support the Divisional Teams. The role will require the successful individual to develop a detailed understanding of all areas of the business. What will you be doing? Ensuring that opex costs are correctly coded to divisions and accurately stated in the monthly management accounts Presentation of monthly opex reconciliations to both divisional heads and Finance Director Maintaining accurate and up-to-date balance sheet reconciliations Audit responsibility for opex queries Ad hoc projects and financial analysis Develop positive working relationships with other key areas of the business including Commercial Finance and Accounts Payable What skills do we need? ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with 5 years post qualification experience, ideally in management accounts Excellent inter-personal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external contacts at all levels Commercial awareness and ability to see the bigger picture Ability to work to deadlines, effectively communicating progress Ability to work on own initiative and proactively solve any issues identified Excellent IT skills (particularly Excel) Analytical skills and comfortable manipulating large data sets Close attention to detail, ensuring consistency of financial information across reporting areas What's on offer? Salary of up to 60,000 Life assurance. Private medical insurance. Hybrid working. Apply below or for more information, contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sep 21, 2025
Contractor
Sewell Wallis are currently working on behalf of our client, a growing service sector business based in Harrogate, Noth Yorkshire, as they look to recruit a Management Accountant on a 12 month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. The primary aim of this role is to become a subject matter expert in the Company's opex costs, providing in-depth analysis every month of costs to support the Divisional Teams. The role will require the successful individual to develop a detailed understanding of all areas of the business. What will you be doing? Ensuring that opex costs are correctly coded to divisions and accurately stated in the monthly management accounts Presentation of monthly opex reconciliations to both divisional heads and Finance Director Maintaining accurate and up-to-date balance sheet reconciliations Audit responsibility for opex queries Ad hoc projects and financial analysis Develop positive working relationships with other key areas of the business including Commercial Finance and Accounts Payable What skills do we need? ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with 5 years post qualification experience, ideally in management accounts Excellent inter-personal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external contacts at all levels Commercial awareness and ability to see the bigger picture Ability to work to deadlines, effectively communicating progress Ability to work on own initiative and proactively solve any issues identified Excellent IT skills (particularly Excel) Analytical skills and comfortable manipulating large data sets Close attention to detail, ensuring consistency of financial information across reporting areas What's on offer? Salary of up to 60,000 Life assurance. Private medical insurance. Hybrid working. Apply below or for more information, contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.