Qualified Management Accountant

Location: Irlam

Management Accountant | SME

3 Month FTC | Project

Irlam | Manchester | Hybrid working

Flexi Hours | Parking onsite

Up to £45,000 depending on experience

Our client is seeking an immediately available, experienced Management Accountant to support their finance team over a three-month period during a very busy year-end. A key part of this role is taking ownership of bank reconciliations, so strong experience in this area is essential.

If you enjoy being hands-on, asking the right questions, and producing management accounts that truly drive business decisions, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

The Role - What You'll Be Doing

Balance sheet reconciliations with clear ownership and control
Preparation of weekly performance reports with insightful analysis and commentary
Supporting of the month‑end management accounts process
Posting prepayments and accruals
Management of Fixed Assets including depreciation postings
Regular review of business costs, challenging and improving cost control
Partnering with teams across the business to ensure all costs are captured accurately
Daily update and ownership of the cashflow forecast
Preparation of quarterly VAT returns for review
Posting VAT adjustments and filing returns with HMRC once approved
Supporting with year‑end audit and statutory requirements
ONS reporting
Ability to cover bookkeeping tasks when needed
Being a proactive, positive force within the finance team

What We're Looking For

Part Qualified ACCA / CIMA
3+ years' experience in an Assistant Management Accountant role

Proven experience supporting the production of management accounts

Strong understanding of accruals, prepayments and balance sheet control

Confident using Excel and finance systems

Naturally inquisitive; you ask questions, seek clarity and want to learn

Comfortable working at pace in a growing, evolving business

A team player who communicates well and takes ownership

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