Interim Year End Accountant

Financial Controller - Greater Manchester, North West

Ref: 1221Thursday 9 April 2026

Flexible rates

Interim 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

 

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