Interim Accountant (QBE) – 6 Month Temporary Contract

Office-based, Blaenau Gwent

Hourly Pay Rate £18.00 - £21.00 Per Hour + Holiday Pay

January 2026 Start!

Môrwell Talent Solutions are working with an established and well-respected manufacturing business that supplies to major global brands. The business is seeking an experienced Qualified by Experience (QBE) Accountant to join on a 6-month temporary basis to cover a period of sickness. The role is due to start in the New Year, with interviews taking place in January and a comprehensive handover provided by the current Financial Controller.

Throughout the assignment, the Financial Controller will remain available for support and guidance; however, this role requires a confident, hands-on accountant who can take ownership of the full finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

This is a true all-round accounting role, covering both transactional and month-end duties

Full purchase ledger processing, including purchase order input, GRNs, invoice processing on Sage 50

Production of management accounts through to trial balance and beyond

Budgeting and forecasting support

Balance sheet reconciliations

Fixed asset accounting

Payroll calculations (based on clocking-in cards and overtime calculations, liaising with HR)

Preparation and provision of management information and ad-hoc reporting to support the Managing Director

Ensuring deadlines are met in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Skills & Experience Required:

Qualified by Experience (QBE) accountant

Strong, broad accounting background within an SME or manufacturing environment

Sage 50 experience – highly advantageous

Microsoft Excel skills to at least intermediate level (Excel used to produce the trial balance)

Comfortable working to tight deadlines

Confident, proactive, and not afraid to roll up sleeves and get stuck in

Strong communication skills, with the ability to support senior management as required

Working Hours & Benefits:

36.5 hours per week

Typical hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm (flexibility on start and finish times)

Early finish on Fridays at 2:00pm

Office-based role, Monday to Friday

On-site parking available

Kitchen facilities for lunch

This role would suit a practical, hands-on accountant who enjoys being close to the detail while also supporting senior stakeholders. If this role sounds of interest and you are seeking your next opportunity for 2026, please get in touch for further information and to secure an interview for the New Year