Interim Project Accountant - Master Data Management
Interim Project Accountant - Master Data Management Leeds Hybrid working on a 10-month contract
I am working with a high profile client to recruit an experienced Accountant with MDM expertise to support a major finance systems transformation programme on a 10-month fixed-term contract.You will play a key role in preparing for the implementation of SAP Concur and SAP S/4HANA, establishing the master data framework required for a successful go-live. This includes defining governance, processes, controls, and data standards, as well as ensuring operational readiness across finance and related systems.Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of the Finance MDM operating model
- Establish data governance, ownership structures, workflows, and controls
- Define and standardise key finance master data (e.g. business partners, cost centres, chart of accounts)
- Ensure data quality, compliance, and auditability
- Support go-live readiness and stabilisation activities
- Collaborate with Finance, Procurement, IT, and programme teams
- Strong background in finance, accounting, or finance operations
- Proven experience in MDM, ERP governance, or enterprise data management
- Experience supporting ERP implementations or transformation programmes
- Knowledge of data governance frameworks, controls, and operational processes
- Strong stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills
- Experience with SAP S/4HANA and/or SAP Concur
- Background in complex or matrix organisations