Job Advert: Company Accountant (4-Month Contract)
Contract Type: Fixed-term – 4 months
Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Company Accountant to join them on a 4-month contract, leading a small finance team and delivering high-quality financial, accountancy and bookkeeping services for several subsidiary companies owned wholly or partly by a public sector organisation.
This is an excellent short-term opportunity for a technically strong accountant who can hit the ground running, manage multiple entities with confidence, and provide insightful financial support to senior stakeholders.
What You’ll Be Doing
Statutory Accounts, Audit & Reporting
*Preparing annual statutory accounts for multiple entities to a shared deadline.
*Managing annual audits, ensuring all documentation is complete and audit-ready.
*Providing financial outturn information for wider group consolidation.
Management Accounts & Financial Insight
*Producing and presenting monthly management accounts, including variance analysis, KPIs and commentary for Managing Directors and Boards.
*Contributing to the production of annual budgets, estimates and Business Plans.
Cash Flow, Tax & Financial Compliance
*Proactively managing cash flows and bank balances, producing regular forecasts.
*Providing or commissioning advice on VAT and Corporation Tax.
*Overseeing CIS submissions and producing monthly VAT returns.
Asset Management, Governance & Advisory
*Maintaining fixed asset records and commissioning valuations.
*Providing professional financial advice to senior finance leaders and company stakeholders.
*Supporting financial modelling, viability assessments and business cases.
*Advising on the establishment of new subsidiaries or joint ventures where required.
Team Leadership, Systems & Collaboration
*Managing a small finance team handling:
*Bank reconciliations
*Ledger maintenance
*Sales and purchase ledger
*Debt recovery
*Financial records for multiple entities

*Working with the Systems Manager to ensure the general ledger is efficient and fit-for-purpose.
*Supporting the wider finance function through ad-hoc project work.
About You
You will bring:
*A recognised accountancy qualification or equivalent experience.
*Strong experience preparing statutory accounts and leading audit processes.
*Confident communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to senior leaders.
*A proactive, analytical mindset with a focus on adding value.
*Experience leading and developing staff.
*The ability to manage multiple entities and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join Us?
This fixed-term role offers a unique opportunity to make an immediate and meaningful impact across a diverse set of publicly owned companies. You’ll work with a collaborative and supportive finance team, contributing expert knowledge and ensuring strong financial management and governance. For more information, contact Eleanor or Cal in the Reed Norwich office.