Interim Management Accountant

IPS Finance; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Management Accountant based in South Leeds to support the Head of Finance for an initial 6-month contract. The role involves preparing management accounts, delivering month-end reporting, and contributing to budgeting and forecasting processes. Candidates should have proven experience in producing management accounts, good Excel skills, and strong analytical abilities. This position offers an opportunity to strengthen financial reporting and controls within the group entities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in producing month-end management accounts.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial data.
• Good Excel skills and experience in budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare management accounts for multiple group entities.
• Deliver month-end reporting within a five-day close.
• Produce payroll reporting and analyze variances.
• Build and maintain budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Month-end management accounts production

Excel skills

Analytical ability

Interpreting large financial data

Tools

XERO

Job description

Based in South Leeds this group of companies has grown to 100m t/o. They are looking for an interim management accountant to support the Head of Finance for an initial 6 month contract, the business uses XERO.

As Management Accountant, you will take ownership of producing management accounts for multiple group entities and play a key role in strengthening reporting, controls and financial insight.

You will work closely with senior stakeholders, supporting month-end reporting, budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare management accounts for individual entities within the Group
• Deliver accurate month-end reporting to a five-day close
• Prepare payroll reporting
• Provide clear, insightful financial analysis and commentary
• Investigate and explain variances
• Build and maintain budgets and forecasts (P&L, balance sheet and cash flow)
• Produce meaningful commentary with actionable recommendations
• Challenge assumptions and help embed strong financial controls

Essential Experience

• Proven experience producing month-end management accounts
• A good level of Excel skills
• Strong analytical ability with a commercial mindset
• Experience interpreting large volumes of financial and operational data

If you are interested in this Management Accountant opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.