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Interim Accountant / Audit Preparation Specialist
Immediate Start | Abingdon | Contract until end of January 2027 | Inside IR35

I am currently recruiting for an experienced Interim Accountant / Audit Preparation Specialist to support a business through a critical period of audit preparation and year-end activity.

This is a hands-on role requiring someone who can quickly get to grips with the UK accounts, identify what is required ahead of the audit and provide clear direction to the wider finance team.
The UK accounts ultimately feed into the group finance function in Europe, so accuracy, organisation and strong financial controls will be essential.

Key Responsibilities

Take ownership of preparing the UK accounts for the upcoming auditReview the current financial records and identify any gaps or outstanding informationLiaise with the external auditors and respond to audit queriesAnticipate what information and supporting schedules the audit team will requireProvide structure and direction to the finance team throughout the audit processPrepare and reconcile key balance sheet accountsSupport UK VAT reporting and complianceAssist with P11D requirements and associated recordsEnsure the UK accounts are accurate and ready for reporting into the groupResolve historical accounting issues where requiredMaintain strong UK financial controls throughout the assignment

Essential Experience

We are looking for someone with strong practical accounting experience who can confidently work independently from day one. You will need:

Strong SAP experienceExcellent knowledge of UK VATExperience of P11D reportingPrevious audit preparation experienceStrong bookkeeping and reconciliation skillsExperience supporting or managing an external auditThe ability to identify what auditors are likely to require and prepare the necessary supporting informationStrong attention to detail and the confidence to provide direction where processes are unclearA professional accounting qualification is not essential practical experience, technical knowledge and the ability to take ownership of the audit preparation process are more important.

The Assignment

Immediate startContract through to the end of January 2027Hands-on interim positionOpportunity to take ownership of an important audit and year-end project

If you are immediately available and have strong SAP, UK accounting and audit preparation experience, please get in touch for further information.

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Temporary Financial Accountant Job near Exeter, Devon Hybrid working

We are seeking a qualified Financial Accountant to support a busy finance team through year-end and audit on a temporary basis, starting as soon as possible until the end of December. This hands-on role will focus on preparing statutory accounts and acting as the key liaison with external auditors.

Key responsibilities:

Year-end statutory accounts preparationCoordinate and manage the external audit processPrepare audit schedules and supporting documentationRespond to auditor queries and information requests

About you:

ACA or ACCA qualifiedStrong experience in year-end accounts preparationProven track record of managing external auditsExcellent knowledge of UK GAAPStrong Excel and analytical skillsImmediately available

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accountant looking for a short term assignment within a supportive and collaborative finance team.

If you are immediately available and interested in this temporary accountant job in Exeter, Devon, please contact me on [email protected]

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Butler Rose is recruiting a Financial Accountant for a growing, successful business in Exeter. This is a hybrid role offering 2 days in the office and 3 days remote working.

This role offers exposure to a varied workload, working with senior stakeholders and managing the preparation and review of financial reporting, statutory accounts and business-critical financial information. You'll join a collaborative team environment with excellent opportunities for professional development and progression.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate accounting records for a portfolio of entities.Review monthly and quarterly management accounts and financial reports.Prepare board reporting packs and support senior leadership meetings.Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.Produce half-year and annual statutory financial statements under UK GAAP and IFRS.Liaise with auditors and key internal and external stakeholders.Support and mentor junior team members.Contribute to process improvements and ad hoc finance projects.

About You

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified At least three years' accounting experience within a commercial or professional environment.Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail.Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.Organised, proactive and capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines.A collaborative team player with a positive, solutions-focused approach.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accountant seeking a varied role within a supportive and growing organisation that values professional development, continuous improvement and high-quality service. It would equally suit a practice mover, or someone already working in industry looking for a new challenge.

If you are interested in this Financial Accountant role in Exeter, please contact Gareth Dagger at Butler Rose Accountancy & Finance Recruitment ASAP.

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Temporary Accountant Job in Plymouth for 3 months

An exciting educational organisation in Plymouth is seeking an experienced Temporary Accountant to join its finance team on an interim basis until the end of December 2026.

This is a varied and hands-on role that will provide vital support across the finance function, offering exposure to a wide range of accounting and finance activities.

Key Responsibilities:

* Preparation of monthly management accounts
* Supporting year-end processes and statutory reporting requirements
* Assisting with audit preparation and responding to audit queries
* Financial forecasting and budget monitoring
* Providing guidance and support to School Finance Officers
* Assisting with project-based finance initiatives
* Performing financial analysis and reporting as required
* Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc accounting duties

About You:

* Qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience accountant
* Previous experience within an education, academy trust, school, charity or not-for-profit environment would be highly advantageous
* Strong management accounting and financial reporting skills
* Experience of year-end processes and audit preparation
* Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative finance team
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Good working knowledge of financial systems and Excel

If you are an experienced finance professional looking for your next interim assignment in Plymouth, Devon, and enjoy working in a purpose-driven environment, please contact me on [email protected]

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Interim Finance Manager - NHS Trust
Inside IR35 | £29ph-£33ph | Hybrid (Bicester Office)

I'm supporting an NHS Trust with the appointment of an experienced Interim Finance Manager for an initial 3-month assignment starting in November. Offering hybrid working with just one day per week in Bicester, this is a great opportunity to add immediate value in a varied finance and governance-focused role.

Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, you'll provide high-quality business partnering across finance and non-finance teams, supporting month-end, budgeting, costing, audit preparation, financial governance and cost improvement plans.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver accurate management accounts and meet month-end deadlines.Provide clear financial reporting, insight and briefings for senior stakeholders.Partner with operational, corporate and budget leads to support robust decision-making.Support budget setting, forecasting, costing, benchmarking and cost improvement plans.Contribute to audit preparation, financial governance and accurate external returns.The role may also involve deputising for the Senior Finance Manager, supporting transparent management processes, strengthening external partnerships and helping ensure Trust funds are used effectively and can withstand scrutiny.

Ideal for an NHS finance professional who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, improving financial clarity and making a tangible impact from day one.

For more information or to discuss you application please contact [email protected] / 07918 459 322

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Interim Head of Finance - Exeter

Butler Rose is seeking a commercially minded Interim Head of Finance for a period of approximately 3 months for a client in Exeter, whilst they recruit on a permanent basis.

Reporting into the Executive Team, you will lead financial strategy, planning and performance, providing the insight and challenge needed to support business decisions, sustainable growth and new market opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting and scenario planning.Provide commercial insight to support growth, investment and business performance.Own cash flow forecasting, working capital and financial controls.Partner with the Commercial team on pricing, contract review and profitability.Deliver management accounts, Board reporting and financial analysis.Ensure compliance across statutory reporting, tax, payroll and audit requirements.Lead and develop the finance team while driving continuous improvement.

About You

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent).Strong experience in FP&A, forecasting, cash management and financial reporting.Commercial finance experience covering pricing, margins, business cases and decision support.Proven people leadership and stakeholder management skills.Comfortable operating in a fast-paced SME, scale-up or growth environment.Commercially astute, pragmatic and able to make sound decisions with incomplete information.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the strategic direction of a purpose-led, growing business as part of a collaborative and ambitious leadership team.

If you are interested in this temporary Head of Finance job in Exeter, please contact me on [email protected] .

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Butler Rose is recruiting a Financial Accountant for a growing, successful business in Exeter. This is a hybrid role offering 2 days in the office and 3 days remote working.

This role offers exposure to a varied workload, working with senior stakeholders and managing the preparation and review of financial reporting, statutory accounts and business-critical financial information. You'll join a collaborative team environment with excellent opportunities for professional development and progression.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate accounting records for a portfolio of entities.Review monthly and quarterly management accounts and financial reports.Prepare board reporting packs and support senior leadership meetings.Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.Produce half-year and annual statutory financial statements under UK GAAP and IFRS.Liaise with auditors and key internal and external stakeholders.Support and mentor junior team members.Contribute to process improvements and ad hoc finance projects.

About You

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified or finalist.At least three years' accounting experience within a commercial or professional environment.Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail.Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.Organised, proactive and capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines.A collaborative team player with a positive, solutions-focused approach.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accountant seeking a varied role within a supportive and growing organisation that values professional development, continuous improvement and high-quality service. It would equally suit a practice mover, or someone already working in industry looking for a new challenge.

If you are interested in this Financial Accountant role in Exeter, please contact Gareth Dagger at Butler Rose Accountancy & Finance Recruitment ASAP.

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Group Finance Manager | £50 to £55K | Berkshire

Excited to be supporting an ambitious and growing investment group who specialise in the acquisition of small to medium enterprises in the recruitment of a Group Finance Manager.

Reporting to the CFO, and with the support of an accounts administrator you primarily be responsible to for the consolidation of accounts, budgets, and reporting for two FMCG / Retail entities, with core duties to include:

Be the key point of contact on financial and accounting matters.Prepare monthly management information relating to finance, sales, and performance against KPI'sManage all AP, AR (expense & invoice processing, payment runs, petty cash, credit control, sales) and Invoice FinancingEnsure all statutory requirements are met re. HMRC (VAT, PAYE, P11Ds, Annual Accounts)Monitor all bank deposits and payments.Manage and improve the month-end process (bank recs, balance sheet recs).Manage quarterly VAT returns.Manage monthly payroll process in liaison with external provider.Support statutory account preparation

To be successful in this role you will ideal be an experienced SME Finance Manager accustomed to the varying daily priorities of a growing SME. Demonstrable experience in the following areas is highly desirable:

Working with inventory, preferably in a retail / wholesale organisationUnderstand the dynamic of working in a small business / teamBe a self-starter who is comfortable working on their own initiative

To be considered for the role you must be eligible to work in the UK without restriction. This role is being advertised by Butler Rose (AGY) and managed by Dave Marchant [email protected]

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Financial Accountant

West Sussex | Hybrid (4 days office / 1 day home) | Up to £55,000 + Private Medical + Excellent Pension + Bonus

A people focussed and growing international business is seeking a proactive and solutions-focused Financial Accountant to join its high-performing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Part or Newly Qualified Accountant who enjoys taking ownership, solving complex problems and driving process improvements.

Working closely with senior finance leadership, you'll play a key role in delivering a fast-paced three-day month-end close, improving reporting processes and supporting the wider business with insightful financial analysis. The organisation recognises talent, enthusiasm and technical capability, providing genuine opportunities to progress into more senior technical or commercial finance roles.

The Opportunity

This role offers a good degree of autonomy and the chance to make a tangible impact. You'll be encouraged to challenge existing processes, improve productivity and help shape a best-in-class finance function. All of which will be supported excellent finance leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Ownership of month-end activities within a demanding three-day close environment.Leading complex balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, identifying and resolving issues proactively.Supporting cashflow forecasting, fixed assets and accruals/prepayments.Preparing journals and maintaining strong financial controls.Assisting with statutory accounts and external audit requirements.Producing insightful reporting and analysis to support decision making.Business partnering with stakeholders across the organisation.Supporting the development and automation of reporting processes.Working closely with operational teams to drive efficiencies and improve data quality.Identifying opportunities to enhance productivity and streamline finance processes.

About You

You will be a motivated and analytical finance professional who enjoys solving problems and taking ownership.Studying towards, or newly qualified in, ACCA/CIMA/ACA (or equivalent)

You will possess:

Previous experience within financial accounting or a similar role.A proactive, solutions-driven approach to complex reconciliations and problem solving.Experience operating within tight month-end deadlines.Advanced Excel skills (essential).Power BI experience or a strong interest in developing reporting and analytics capabilities (highly desirable).Strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.A naturally curious mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

What's on Offer?

Salary up to £55,000Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day home)Private medical coverExcellent pension schemeGenerous holiday allowanceHighly achievable employee bonus schemeSupportive and collaborative cultureGenuine opportunities for career development into technical accounting, FP&A or commercial financeOpportunity to influence systems, reporting and process improvement initiatives

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys adding value, thrives in a fast-moving environment and wants to be recognised and rewarded for their contribution.

Interested?

If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with David Marchant to find out more - [email protected]

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Financial Accountant

West Sussex | Hybrid (4 days office / 1 day home) | Up to £55,000 + Private Medical + Excellent Pension + Bonus

A people focussed and growing international business is seeking a proactive and solutions-focused Financial Accountant to join its high-performing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Part or Newly Qualified Accountant who enjoys taking ownership, solving complex problems and driving process improvements.

Working closely with senior finance leadership, you'll play a key role in delivering a fast-paced three-day month-end close, improving reporting processes and supporting the wider business with insightful financial analysis. The organisation recognises talent, enthusiasm and technical capability, providing genuine opportunities to progress into more senior technical or commercial finance roles.

The Opportunity

This role offers a good degree of autonomy and the chance to make a tangible impact. You'll be encouraged to challenge existing processes, improve productivity and help shape a best-in-class finance function. All of which will be supported excellent finance leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Ownership of month-end activities within a demanding three-day close environment.Leading complex balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, identifying and resolving issues proactively.Supporting cashflow forecasting, fixed assets and accruals/prepayments.Preparing journals and maintaining strong financial controls.Assisting with statutory accounts and external audit requirements.Producing insightful reporting and analysis to support decision making.Business partnering with stakeholders across the organisation.Supporting the development and automation of reporting processes.Working closely with operational teams to drive efficiencies and improve data quality.Identifying opportunities to enhance productivity and streamline finance processes.

About You

You will be a motivated and analytical finance professional who enjoys solving problems and taking ownership.Studying towards, or newly qualified in, ACCA/CIMA/ACA (or equivalent)

You will possess:

Previous experience within financial accounting or a similar role.A proactive, solutions-driven approach to complex reconciliations and problem solving.Experience operating within tight month-end deadlines.Advanced Excel skills (essential).Power BI experience or a strong interest in developing reporting and analytics capabilities (highly desirable).Strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.A naturally curious mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

What's on Offer?

Salary up to £55,000Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day home)Private medical coverExcellent pension schemeGenerous holiday allowanceHighly achievable employee bonus schemeSupportive and collaborative cultureGenuine opportunities for career development into technical accounting, FP&A or commercial financeOpportunity to influence systems, reporting and process improvement initiatives

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys adding value, thrives in a fast-moving environment and wants to be recognised and rewarded for their contribution.

Interested?

If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with David Marchant to find out more - [email protected]

Know someone perfect for this role?

We offer a £150 retail voucher for every successful referral we place - so if you refer a friend or colleague who's hired through Butler Rose, you'll be rewarded!

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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