Interim Senior Business Accountant

Interim Senior Business Accountant

Morgan Hunt are working with a Membership Body based in London looking to recruit an Interim Senior Business Accountant. This is a 12-week contract role, hybrid working, paying up to £54 p/hour.

Key Responsibilities of the Interim Senior Business Accountant:

• Manage two Assistant Business Accountants, ensuring high performance and service delivery.
• Provide expert financial advice and support to senior management and budget holders.
• Review and validate monthly management reports and commentaries for accuracy and completeness.
• Lead the quarterly forecasting process, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Support year-end processes, liaising with external auditors and ensuring timely submission of required information.
• Build strong relationships with budget holders across multiple directorates.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, data protection, and audit requirements.

Previous Skills and Experience of the Interim Senior Business Accountant:

• Fully qualified accountant (CCAB/CIMA) with current professional membership.
• Strong proficiency in recognised accounting software (ideally Open Accounts).
• Comprehensive knowledge of accounting standards and financial regulations.
• Proven experience in management reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Demonstrable leadership and staff management experience, driving high performance.
• Expertise in year-end processes and audit preparation.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Interviews and start date ASAP so please apply NOW if interested or send your CV directly to

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.