Management Accountant
- Contract
Manchester, Greater Manchester
The details
Management Accountant (Temp-to-Perm)
Manchester City Centre | Hybrid Working | £50,000 - £55,000
Are you a qualified finance professional looking for a new challenge with a successful and growing business? We're excited to be partnering with a well established organisation in Manchester city centre that is looking to welcome a talented Management Accountant to their friendly and supportive finance team.
This is a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity, offering the chance to join the business quickly, make a real impact, and secure a long-term position within a company that genuinely values its people. If you enjoy working in a collaborative environment, taking ownership of your work, and contributing to continuous improvement, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
What You'll Be Doing
As Management Accountant, you'll play a key role in supporting the financial performance of the business by providing accurate reporting, insightful analysis, and valuable support to stakeholders across the organisation.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Producing monthly management accounts and ensuring reporting deadlines are met.
- Managing accruals, prepayments, journals, and other month-end accounting activities.
- Preparing payroll journals and completing associated reconciliations.
- Delivering meaningful financial analysis and commentary to support informed decision-making.
- Producing Profit & Loss reports, Balance Sheets, and management information packs.
- Supporting the creation of flash reports and key performance reporting.
- Completing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining strong financial controls.
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes, systems, and reporting efficiencies.
- Assisting with year-end procedures, audit preparation, and tax-related activities.
- Working closely with colleagues across Finance and supporting business projects when required.
About You
We're looking for someone who enjoys being part of a team, has strong technical accounting knowledge, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work.
You'll ideally have:
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification (or be in the final stages of qualifying).
- Experience preparing monthly management accounts.
- A solid understanding of month-end processes and financial reporting.
- Strong reconciliation and analytical skills.
- The ability to confidently communicate financial information to a variety of stakeholders.
- Excellent Excel skills and experience working with finance systems.
- A proactive mindset and a passion for improving processes and finding better ways of working.
Why Apply?
This is more than just another accounting role. It's an opportunity to join a successful business where your contribution will be recognised, your ideas will be welcomed, and you'll have the chance to develop your career within a supportive environment.
Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000
- Temp-to-perm opportunity with genuine long-term prospects
- Hybrid working with 3 days per week from home
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Annual bonus scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Friendly and collaborative team culture
- Modern city centre offices with excellent transport links
If you're looking for a role where you can hit the ground running, add real value, and potentially secure a long-term position with a fantastic employer, we'd love to hear from you.
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