Management Accountant

Interim Management Accountant | £60,000 | Hybrid (3 days office / 2 WFH) | Manchester City Centre | 6-Month Contract (Potential to go Permanent)
A leading multinational organisation based in Manchester City Centre is looking for a Qualified Interim Management Accountant to join their finance team on an initial 6-month contract. There is a genuine opportunity for the role to become permanent for the right candidate, making this a great option for someone seeking long-term prospects after proving their impact.
This role would suit a hands-on, commercially minded accountant who enjoys working in a fast-paced, international environment. You'll be part of a collaborative finance function and will play a key role in providing insightful financial analysis to support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Production of monthly management accounts for multiple entities
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  Variance analysis and commentary against budget and forecast
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  Business partnering with operational and commercial teams to drive performance
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  Preparation and posting of accruals, prepayments, and journals
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  Support month-end and year-end close processes
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  Assist with budgeting and forecasting cycles
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  Balance sheet reconciliations and review of key control accounts
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  Provide support for internal and external audit requirements
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  Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and systems
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  Ad-hoc analysis and reporting to support business initiatives

Ideal Candidate Profile:

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  Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
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  Experience in a fast-paced, complex organisation - ideally with multinational exposure
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  Strong analytical and Excel skills
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  Confident communicator with the ability to influence and challenge stakeholders
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  Self-starter with a proactive attitude and keen attention to detail
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  Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, or similar) is advantageous

Contract Details:

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  Location: Manchester City Centre
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  Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
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  Contract Length: 6 months (potential to go permanent)
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  Salary: Up to £60,000 (pro-rata)