Transformation Accountant

Interim Transformation Accountant
Location: Manchester
Salary: £75,000 + Comprehensive Benefits Package
Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home) 6 month FTC
Sector: Healthcare
A leading healthcare organisation is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Transformation Accountant to join its finance transformation team in Manchester for an initial 6 month fixed term contract.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in driving finance improvement initiatives across a complex and evolving healthcare environment. The successful candidate will work closely with senior finance leaders and operational stakeholders to modernise processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and support strategic transformation programmes.
The Role
The Transformation Accountant will support the delivery of key finance and operational transformation projects, ensuring the finance function is equipped to support organisational growth, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
* Supporting finance systems implementation, integration, and optimisation projects
* Reviewing and improving financial controls, reporting processes, and governance frameworks
* Partnering with operational and clinical stakeholders to identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities
* Delivering financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making
* Supporting automation and process standardisation across the finance function
* Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
* Ensuring compliance with healthcare sector regulations and financial standards
* Supporting change management and stakeholder engagement throughout transformation programmes
About You
We are looking for a qualified accountant with strong transformation and stakeholder management experience, ideally gained within healthcare, NHS, or another regulated environment.
Requirements:
* ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified
* Proven experience in finance transformation, change, or project-focused roles
* Healthcare, NHS, or regulated sector experience preferred
* Strong understanding of finance processes, controls, and governance
* Experience with ERP systems and finance systems improvements
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
* Advanced Excel and financial modelling capabilities
What’s on Offer
* Salary of £75,000
* 6 month FTC
* Hybrid working arrangement
* Private healthcare
* Generous pension scheme
* Annual bonus potential
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Opportunity to contribute to meaningful transformation within the healthcare sector
* Clear progression and development opportunities
If you are a driven finance professional looking to make an impact within a purpose-led healthcare organisation, we would love to hear from you