At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare monthly management accounts and support finance operations in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a leading manufacturing business with a focus on innovation and improvement.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, immediate start, and potential for contract extension.
- Other info: Work in a fast-paced SME environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by enhancing finance processes and gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Management Accountant and strong month-end reporting skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Management Accountant (FTC - 6 Months Initially)
Location: Wilmslow (3 days per week onsite)
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (pro rata)
Contract: Fixed-Term Contract - 6 Months Initially (Potential to Extend)
Working Pattern: Monday, Wednesday and Friday onsite preferred
Hours: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
The Opportunity
Robert Walters are pleased to be partnered exclusively with a Manufacturing business who are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join the finance team on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract, providing cover during a period of sickness absence. The role will suit someone who enjoys ownership, pace, and the opportunity to enhance existing finance operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparation of monthly management accounts and month-end reporting
- Delivery of month-end close within a typical 2-day turnaround
- Posting accruals and prepayments
- Intercompany recharges and reconciliations
- Processing central and Head Office invoices
- Managing finance inbox queries and invoice processing
- Balance sheet reconciliations
- VAT return preparation and submission
- Supporting payments and general ledger activities
- Ad hoc reporting and finance support tasks
- Identifying and implementing process and control improvements
About You
- Proven experience in a Management Accountant role
- Strong month-end reporting and accounting background
- Experience with Sage 50
- Confident working in a fast-paced SME/manufacturing environment
- Strong technical understanding of accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations
- Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
- Proactive approach to improving systems, processes, and controls
Qualifications
Applications welcomed from: (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) (QBE) with strong relevant experience
What's on Offer
- Immediate start
- 6-month FTC with potential extension
- £45,000 - £55,000 (pro rata)
- Exposure to a varied, hands-on finance role
- Opportunity to add value through process improvement
Interim Management Accountant in Alderley Edge employer: Robert Walters
Join a dynamic manufacturing business in Wilmslow as an Interim Management Accountant, where you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values ownership and innovation. With a competitive salary and the opportunity for professional growth through hands-on experience and process improvement initiatives, this role offers a meaningful chance to contribute to the finance team while enjoying a flexible working pattern. Embrace the chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced environment that encourages proactive problem-solving and collaboration.
