Summary: The role of Interim Management Accountant involves managing the end-to-end monthly accounting process for a growing business in Burnley, covering for a period of sickness. The position requires collaboration with a small team and entails preparing management accounts, maintaining financial records, and supporting various financial functions. The ideal candidate should be qualified and able to meet tight deadlines while driving improvements within the finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare the monthly management accounts according to schedule.
• Completion of balance sheet reconciliations and accruals & prepayments.
• Maintain the fixed asset register.
• Prepare VAT returns.
• Oversee bank reconciliations and accounts payable & receivable.
• Experience of confidential invoice discounting (CID) would be beneficial.
• Submit National Statistics reports.
• Liaise with internal auditors to ensure access to required information.
• Collaborate with the Financial Controller on ad-hoc projects to drive improvements and efficiencies.

Key Skills:

• Qualified (CIMA/ACCA or equivalent).
• Strong background in management accounting.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Experience with balance sheet reconciliations and VAT returns.
• Knowledge of fixed asset management.
• Familiarity with confidential invoice discounting (CID).
• Proficient in liaising with auditors.
• Experience in driving process improvements.

Salary (Rate): £60,000

City: Burnley

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Finance