Summary: The Temporary Management Accountant role at a manufacturing company in Leicester involves supporting the finance function during a critical transition period. The position requires the preparation of management accounts, budgeting, cost analysis, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to provide financial insights and support operational efficiency. This is an immediate opportunity for a qualified accountant to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss accounts, balance sheets, and cash flow forecasts.
• Review and analyze financial performance, providing variance analysis to actuals, budgets, and forecasts.
• Assist in preparing and monitoring budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
• Develop commentary to support forecasting discussions and future planning initiatives.
• Collaborate with operational teams to analyze manufacturing costs, cost controls, and project profitability.
• Support initiatives for cost improvement, margin analysis, and operational efficiencies.
• Partner with production and procurement teams to understand the impact of operations on financial performance.
• Assist in stock valuation and monitor inventory-related financial transactions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.
• Maintain proper internal controls to protect assets and company integrity.
• Support the finance and leadership teams with ad-hoc projects, including systems/process improvements or preparation for audits.
• Serve as a key resource for change initiatives within the finance function.

Key Skills:

• Fully or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Strong experience in management accounting within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficient in financial systems, ERP software, and advanced MS Excel.
• Familiarity with costing methodologies and inventory management in manufacturing.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Flexible, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Salary (Rate): 350

City: Leicester

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other