Interim Head of Client Accounting - Morgan McKinley

Responsibilities

• Leading a multi-site Client Accounting function and developing a high-performing national team.
• Driving operational excellence through process improvement, automation and standardisation.
• Partnering with senior stakeholders across the business to influence change and deliver long-term efficiencies.
• Reviewing systems, controls and workflows to identify opportunities for transformation.
• Supporting business growth through client engagement, tender presentations and commercial decision-making.
• Developing robust reporting, forecasting and performance metrics to support operational and strategic objectives.
• Playing a key role in shaping the future structure of the function over the next 12-24 months.
• What We're Looking For Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Significant post-qualified experience leading large finance or client accounting teams
• Proven track record of delivering change, transformation and process improvements
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels
• Experience managing teams across multiple locations
• Commercially minded with the ability to balance operational excellence with client service
• Passion for developing people and building high-performing teams
• Why This Role?
• This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership position where you'll have genuine autonomy, visibility and influence.
• You'll join an organisation with ambitious plans, a strong reputation and a culture that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Most importantly, you'll have the opportunity to shape a national function, lead meaningful transformation and make a lasting impact on the business.
• Interested in learning more? Please get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Additional Information

Interim National Head of Client Accounting Midlands Based | Flexible on Location Ready to Lead Change, Not Just Manage It? We're partnering with a well-established national business that is looking for an ambitious and commercially minded finance leader to take ownership of a sizeable Client Accounting function operating across multiple UK locations, for an interim period of around 6 months. This is far more than a traditional accounting leadership role. You'll inherit a successful function and be given the platform to shape its future. From driving digital transformation and process improvement to bringing together geographically dispersed teams under a unified operating model, this is an opportunity to leave a genuine legacy within a highly respected organisation. If you enjoy challenging the status quo, leading large teams through change and combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, this could be the perfect next step.

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