Interim Management Accountant

Summary: The role of Interim Management Accountant involves supporting the finance team in Manchester City Centre during a busy period by delivering accurate financial reporting and insights. The position requires immediate availability and focuses on budgeting processes and financial analysis to aid decision-making. The candidate will work on-site for two days a week, producing monthly management accounts and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in management accounting and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and clarity in financial reporting.
• Deliver financial monitoring reports and management information to support decision-making.
• Partner with operational teams to provide financial insight and performance analysis.
• Assist with year-end processes and statutory reporting requirements.
• Support the ongoing improvement of financial processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial policies, procedures, and regulations.

Key Skills:

• (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent).
• Proven experience producing management accounts in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Confident business partnering and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with financial systems.
• Ability to start immediately and work 2 days per week on-site in Manchester City Centre.

Salary (Rate): £300 per day

City: Manchester

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Finance

Detailed Description From Employer:

Interim Management AccountantLocation: Manchester City CentreRate: £300 per dayWorking Pattern: 2 days on-siteStart: Immediately available candidates required

Overview

An organisation based in Manchester City Centre is seeking an immediately available Management Accountant to support the finance team during a busy period. This role will focus on delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting budgeting processes, and providing financial insight to stakeholders across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary.

• Support budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and clarity in financial reporting.

• Deliver financial monitoring reports and management information to support decision-making.

• Partner with operational teams to provide financial insight and performance analysis.

• Assist with year-end processes and statutory reporting requirements.

• Support the ongoing improvement of financial processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.

• Ensure compliance with relevant financial policies, procedures, and regulations.

Key Requirements

• (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent).

• Proven experience producing management accounts in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.

• Confident business partnering and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with financial systems.

• Ability to start immediately and work 2 days per week on-site in Manchester City Centre.

Desirable

• Experience working within public sector or regulated environments.

• Experience improving finance processes or reporting structures.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates