Interim Year End Accountant
CV-LibraryManchestercontractPosted: 9 April 2026
Apply NowInterim Year-End Accountant /Senior Finance Manager | Manchester / Hybrid | Housing | Flexible / Potential Part-Time
We are supporting a housing association in Manchester in appointing a Senior Finance Manager to suppport as Interim Year-End Accountant, providing hands-on support and mentorship during a critical period.
The Role
This is a unique opportunity combining technical year-end delivery with a mentoring and coaching element. You will work closely with the Financial Controller to ensure a smooth and well-managed year-end.
Key Responsibilities
Lead on taking final accounts through to completion
Prepare statutory accounts files and supporting notes for 2 entities
Support the Financial Controller in managing the year-end and audit process
Provide hands-on mentoring and guidance, including “show and tell” support where needed
Ensure all adjustments and updates are accurately reflected in the finance system
Work collaboratively with the wider finance team to maintain strong financial control
About You
Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
Proven experience delivering year-end within a housing association (essential)
Strong technical accounting knowledge, including statutory reporting
Confident supporting and mentoring finance staff through complex processes
Able to balance a hands-on approach with a supportive, coaching style
Working Arrangements
Manchester-based organisation with flexible hybrid working
Regular on-site presence preferred to support the mentoring aspect
Flexible working pattern – not necessarily full-time
Why Apply?
If you’re a technically strong housing finance professional who enjoys supporting others and can step in quickly, we’d love to hear from you.
Blend of technical delivery and people development
We are supporting a housing association in Manchester in appointing a Senior Finance Manager to suppport as Interim Year-End Accountant, providing hands-on support and mentorship during a critical period.
The Role
This is a unique opportunity combining technical year-end delivery with a mentoring and coaching element. You will work closely with the Financial Controller to ensure a smooth and well-managed year-end.
Key Responsibilities
Lead on taking final accounts through to completion
Prepare statutory accounts files and supporting notes for 2 entities
Support the Financial Controller in managing the year-end and audit process
Provide hands-on mentoring and guidance, including “show and tell” support where needed
Ensure all adjustments and updates are accurately reflected in the finance system
Work collaboratively with the wider finance team to maintain strong financial control
About You
Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
Proven experience delivering year-end within a housing association (essential)
Strong technical accounting knowledge, including statutory reporting
Confident supporting and mentoring finance staff through complex processes
Able to balance a hands-on approach with a supportive, coaching style
Working Arrangements
Manchester-based organisation with flexible hybrid working
Regular on-site presence preferred to support the mentoring aspect
Flexible working pattern – not necessarily full-time
Why Apply?
If you’re a technically strong housing finance professional who enjoys supporting others and can step in quickly, we’d love to hear from you.
Blend of technical delivery and people development