Accounting Technician

Are you an experienced Management Accountant looking for a quick start in the Portsmouth area? We are looking for a Management Accountant to join a large organisation who support the local community on a 5-month temporary assignment to support during a busy period. Working closely with the Senior Accountant, the key focus of this role will be to prepare monthly accounts, monitoring reports, and year-end accounts.

Reporting to the financial controller:

• Support the Senior Accountant in delivering high-quality financial management and professional advice
• Assist in providing financial services key stakeholders
• Contribute to financial analysis and support across a range of financial and contractual matters
• Interpret legislation, financial regulations, and codes of practice to ensure compliance
• Support the monitoring and reporting of grants to regulatory bodies
• Assist in identifying cost-saving and efficiency opportunities across service areas
• Contribute to monthly financial monitoring and forecasting
• Help drive the annual budget process
• Support the preparation of year-end final accounts and statutory financial statements
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required

What we’re looking for:

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships
• Clear and confident communicator at all levels, including senior stakeholders
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage workload under pressure
• Experience in local government finance, budgeting, and financial reporting
• Competent in financial appraisal techniques and maintaining financial models
• Advanced Excel and IT proficiency, including Oracle Fusion and MS Office
• Organised, adaptable, and able to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
• Committed to continuous learning, customer care, and health & safety standards

What’s in it for you:

• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working
• Trusting environment
• Great sector exposure
• Great transport links

We take your application seriously and WE RESPOND TO EVERY APPLICATION…because getting a job is hard enough.

If you would like to find out more about this role, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF. We look forward to hearing from you!

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