Management Accountant
Posted 5 days ago by HAYS
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Leeds, Yorkshire, UK
Summary: The role of Temporary Management Accountant involves supporting the finance team during a transitional period in a fast-paced organization near Leeds. The position requires delivering accurate financial reporting and insights while collaborating with the Finance Manager and team. This short-term assignment is designed to make an immediate impact in a commercially driven environment. The role is expected to last for 3 months, focusing on month-end processes and financial analysis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities
- Post journals, accruals, and prepayments
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and bank statements
- Assist with cash flow reporting and working capital analysis
- Provide financial insights to support operational and strategic decisions
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to gather financial data and resolve queries
- Support year-end and audit preparation if required
Key Skills:
- Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- Proven experience in management accounting roles
- Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software (eg, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Available to start immediately or on short notice
Salary (Rate): £25.00 Hourly
City: Leeds
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: Hybrid
IR35 Status: Undetermined
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Finance
About the CompanyWe're a fast-paced and forward-thinking organisation located just outside Leeds, seeking an experienced Management Accountant to support our finance team during a key transitional period. This short-term assignment offers the chance to make an immediate impact in a collaborative and commercially driven environment.
Role OverviewAs a Temporary Management Accountant, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, supporting month-end processes, and providing valuable insights to aid decision-making. You'll work closely with the Finance Manager and wider team to ensure continuity and stability during this 3-month period.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities
- Post journals, accruals, and prepayments
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and bank statements
- Assist with cash flow reporting and working capital analysis
- Provide financial insights to support operational and strategic decisions
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to gather financial data and resolve queries
- Support year-end and audit preparation if required
Skills & Experience Required
- Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- Proven experience in management accounting roles
- Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software (eg, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Available to start immediately or on short notice
What We Offer
- Competitive day rate or fixed-term salary
- Hybrid working model for flexibility
- Supportive and inclusive team culture
- Modern office facilities with free parking
- Opportunity to contribute meaningfully in a short-term capacity
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