Accountant

We are working with a well-established international technology company based in Farnborough, who are looking for an Interim Finance Manager to support their finance function on a 3–6-month contract. This is a full-time, office-based role initially with the role going hybrid with 3 days in the office and 2 from home.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will play a key role in managing day-to-day financial operations, ensuring robust financial controls, and supporting month-end and corporate reporting processes.

Job Title: Temp Accountant

Job Type: Temporary

Location: Farnborough

Salary: £18–£20 per hour

Ref: 15915

Accountant – About The Role

• Managing the monthly bank reconciliation and multi-currency bank accounts
• Overseeing weekly payment runs, credit card management, and ad hoc payments
• Processing monthly payroll through to journal stage (Sage 50)
• Submitting VAT returns and maintaining accruals/prepayment journals
• Maintaining the fixed asset register and handling intercompany recharges
• Supporting cash flow forecasting, OPEX reviews, and budget preparation
• Handling debtor collections (third party and intercompany)
• Assisting with month-end closing, including reconciliations and reporting via OneStream
• Supporting the annual audit process
• Performing ad-hoc system tasks using Microsoft Dynamics 365

The successful Accountant will have:

• Proven experience in a finance role, ideally in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Excel
• Familiarity with Sage 50 Payroll
• Strong understanding of month-end processes, reporting, and financial controls
• A proactive, detail-focused, and solution-oriented approach

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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