Interim Accountant

Cherry Professional is recruiting an Interim Accountant to support a confidential organisation through a busy period of change following an acquisition. This is a hands-on, "all-rounder" finance role, ideal for someone who can blend financial accounting, management accounting, and practical process improvement.Location: Ripon (predominantly on-site)Contract: Approx. 6 monthsStart: ASAPRate/Package: to £60k (inside or outside IR35)The roleYou''ll step into an established finance function to help stabilise day-to-day delivery and support upcoming key deadlines. The assignment will include:Supporting month-end close and core management accounts reportingOverseeing transactional and balance sheet control (hands-on, sleeves-rolled-up)Coordinating and supporting the audit process (audit exposure is a plus)Assisting with finance process improvements and documentationSupporting business change activity What we''re looking forStrong interim/contracting mindset: adaptable, calm under pressure, delivery-focusedSolid experience across financial and management accountingComfortable operating on-site and working with stakeholders day-to-dayAudit experience desirable but not essential (practice background welcome OR have worked inhouse from being the client in supporting auditors)Systems implementation / finance systems change exposure desirable but not essentialQuals unimportant, experience and team fit is keyCherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. ..... full job details .....