At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our finance team to deliver accurate management accounts and support audit processes.
- Company: Dynamic company offering a hybrid working environment in Huntingdon.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, 27 days leave, and professional development support.
- Other info: Enjoy perks like discounts, holiday purchase options, and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact during a critical period while enhancing your accounting skills.
- Qualifications: ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent, with strong Excel and management accounting experience.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Offered on a Hybrid working arrangement, reporting into our Huntingdon Office, we are seeking an experienced Interim Management Accountant to join our finance team to provide maternity leave cover during a critical period on a 6 month FTC. This role will focus on delivering accurate and timely management accounts, supporting audit deliverables, and ensuring robust financial controls. The successful candidate will work closely with senior finance leadership and operational teams to provide insight and maintain financial integrity throughout the cover period.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation of accurate monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting
- Complete key month-end tasks including prepayments, accruals, depreciation, and amortisation
- Assist with audit deliverables and liaise with the auditors to ensure all queries are dealt with promptly
- Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts, ensuring data integrity
- Assist with year-end as required
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Collaborate with operational teams to provide financial insight and support decision-making
- Ensure compliance with group accounting policies and relevant standards
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as requested by senior leadership
Key Skills & Competencies
Technical Competencies
- Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and management accounting principles
- Advanced MS Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas, data analysis)
- Experience in producing monthly management accounts
- Ability to manage accruals, prepayments, and other balance sheet reconciliations
- Familiarity with audit processes and compliance requirements
Professional Skills
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication abilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy under tight deadlines
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving capability
Personal Attributes
- Confident and proactive approach
- Adaptable and quick to learn new systems and processes
- Collaborative team player with ability to support colleagues
About You
Essential
- ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent, or Qualified by Experience (QBE)
- Proven experience in management accounting and financial reporting
- Advanced Excel proficiency
- Strong understanding of accounting controls and processes
Desirable
- Previous interim or contract experience
- Experience in insurance, financial services, or similar regulated industries
Rewards & Benefits
- Competitive salary with an annual pay review and bonus scheme.
- Flexibility with Hybrid working options
- 27 days annual leave (includes a day off for your birthday and another for a religious holiday of your choice) + bank holidays
- Auto enrolment into our excellent pension scheme (5% employer matched contribution)
- Flex-benefits- A range of flexible benefits to choose from, that are most important to you
- Group Life Assurance cover- a massive X4 of salary
- 3 months Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave all fully paid
- Professional qualification study support relevant to your role and career
- Perks at work- amazing discounts on cinema tickets, meals out, luxury items etc.
- Holiday purchase scheme- up to 5 days annually
Location: Huntingdon (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract (6 months)
Interim Management Accountant in Huntingdon employer: Gofractional
Join our dynamic finance team in Huntingdon as an Interim Management Accountant, where you'll enjoy a hybrid working arrangement and a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With competitive benefits including a generous annual leave policy, flexible working options, and comprehensive support for professional qualifications, we foster an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation while ensuring financial integrity during this critical period.
