OverviewJob Title: Interim IFRS16 Project Lead/ Head of Finance LevelContract: 3-6 Months (Interim) • Location: Berkshire HQ – Fully Remote Role • Start: ASAP • Day Rate: £400-425pd Fulltime or £500-525pd for a 4 day working week • Umbrella Company onlyUK Right To Work is requiredThe Opportunity We are supporting a £400m T/O blue-chip multi-site retail business that requires an experienced Accountant to support on an IFRS16 Project. You will take ownership of their lease accounting compliance. This role will focus on ensuring the business is fully compliant with IFRS16 requirements across its retail property portfolio. Initially, the role will involve building and refining a robust Excel-based IFRS16 model to accurately capture and calculate lease liabilities and right-of-use assets. Following this, you will lead the transition towards a dedicated system solution, supporting the evaluation, implementation, and adoption across the finance function. This is a fully remote engagement suited to an experienced contractor with strong technical accounting expertise who has experience of liaising with auditors, board level reporting and understands what the audit and risk committee require in order to progress.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the business's IFRS16 compliance project for a large, multi-site retail estateDesign and build a comprehensive IFRS16 Excel model covering lease data, calculations, and reporting outputsPrepare papers for the audit and risk committeeLiaise with the Auditors ensuring queries are addressedSupport the selection and implementation of an IFRS16 system solutionWork closely with finance, property, and external advisors where requiredDocument processesCandidate ProfileQualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)Proven experience and understanding of IFRS16 requirementsAdvanced Excel modelling skillsExperience working with multi-site property portfolios, ideally within retail or hospitalityPrevious experience implementing or migrating to lease accounting systems is highly desirableComfortable working autonomously in a fully remote environmentWhy ApplyHigh-impact project role with clear deliverablesFully remote workingOpportunity to lead a key finance transformation initiativeImmediate start availableStart: ASAP - Fulltime or part time • Day Rate: £400-425pd Fulltime or £500-525pd for a 4 day working weekInside IR35. Umbrella Co onlyOur Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and InclusionWe believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That’s why we're committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the global workforce in every role we recruit for. #J-18808-Ljbffr