Financial & Management Accountant-9 months FTC

LJ Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm is looking for a Financial & Management Accountant for a 9-month fixed-term contract based in Leicester or Northampton. The role involves supporting finance team projects, leading month-end reporting, and providing leadership to the finance team. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and team management experience are essential. This position offers a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, finance regulations, and reporting standards.
• Demonstrated experience in team management.
• Comfortable with a continuous improvement approach to finance operations.

Responsibilities

• Supporting finance team projects, including implementation of Chrome River Accounts Payable solution.
• Producing VAT returns and contributing to year-end statutory accounts.
• Leading month-end reporting processes, including review of fixed assets, prepayments, and accruals.
• Conducting Work in Progress (WIP) reviews with fee earners.
• Managing payroll, P11D reviews, and employee bonus calculations.
• Overseeing purchase and nominal ledgers.

Skills

Accounting principles knowledge

Team management experience

Continuous improvement mindset

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Experience in professional services

Education

Accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Financial & Management Accountant (9-Month FTC)
Location: Leicester or Northampton
Contract: 9-Month Fixed Term

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial & Management Accountant to join a professional services firm's Finance Department. Based in either Leicester or Northampton, this is a fixed-term position covering a period of 9 months. You'll work closely with the Chief Financial Officer and Head of Finance, playing a key role in both day-to-day operations and strategic finance projects, while also providing support and leadership to the wider finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting finance team projects, including implementation of the Chrome River Accounts Payable solution and development of new dashboards in Katchr
• Producing VAT returns and contributing to year-end statutory accounts
• Leading month-end reporting processes, including review of fixed assets, prepayments, and accruals
• Conducting Work in Progress (WIP) reviews with fee earners and assisting in setting chargeable targets
• Supporting decision-making through data provision and financial insight
• Managing payroll, P11D reviews, and employee bonus calculations
• Overseeing purchase and nominal ledgers, partner payments, and drawings
• Preparing tax analysis and assisting with audit preparation
• Assisting with annual budget processes and fielding partner queries
• Line management of direct reports, including Purchase Ledger Assistant and Accounts Assistant

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, finance regulations, and reporting standards
• Demonstrated experience in team management
• Comfortable with a continuous improvement approach to finance operations
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Experience working in a professional services or partnership environment (desirable)

Qualifications

• Accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA) - desirable but not essential

This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional seeking a varied and hands-on role within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.