via reed · 26 May 2026 ·11 days ago

Interim Accountant

FryerMiles
London Contract GBP 78,000 – 104,000
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Interim Accountant Accountant – 3 Month Contract

London | Day rate | Immediate Start

We are working with a well-established global commodities trading and supply chain business based in London to find two qualified accountants for a short-term contract engagement.

The business operates across food, beverage, and energy supply chains and is looking for experienced accountants to support a finance transformation project, improving the accuracy of accounts and strengthening processes, controls, and documentation.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Taking ownership of sections of the Trial Balance including receivables and inventory

  • Reconciling balances and performing allocations in the accounting system

  • Working with the Product Control team on complex accounts

  • Documenting all adjustments to create a strong audit trail

  • Proposing and documenting month-end process improvements and standard operating procedures

  • Identifying control improvements and efficiency opportunities

  • Reporting progress to senior finance stakeholders on a bi-weekly basis

What We're Looking For
  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CAANZ or equivalent) with audit experience

  • Strong reconciliation and month-end close skills

  • Highly proficient in Excel

  • Excellent attention to detail and time management

  • A self-starter who can use initiative and problem-solve independently

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to gain hands-on commercial experience in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment within the commodities sector.

Immediate start preferred. Please get in touch to find out more.

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