Finance Transformation Accountant

Robert Half has partnered with a large, operationally complex business to recruit for a Finance Transformation Accountant on an 18-month fixed-term contract.

This is a project-focused role within an ongoing finance improvement programme. The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert, designing and embedding standardised financial processes and controls, with a clear remit to transition improvements into business-as-usual operations.

The Role

• Reviewing existing finance processes to identify inefficiencies, inconsistencies, and control gaps
• Taking ownership of specific process improvement workstreams and delivering against a defined programme roadmap
• Designing and documenting standardised processes and SOPs in line with group accounting policies and audit requirements
• Supporting the remediation of historical process and control differences
• Working cross-functionally with finance and operational stakeholders, delivering training and driving change through to BAU handover

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in finance transformation, process improvement, or controls-focused projects
• Strong technical knowledge across financial accounting and controllership activities, including month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany, leases, and fixed assets
• Confident communicator with the ability to challenge and influence stakeholders constructively
• Detail-oriented and solution-focused, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, change-led environment

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £58,500 depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company-sponsored pension scheme
• Hybrid working (two to three days per week in the office)
• Monday to Friday, standard business hours