Interim Management Accountant

Hays PLC; London; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent media business is seeking an Interim Management Accountant for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will take charge of financial reporting and supporting operational improvements. This role requires a German-speaking accountant who can start immediately, ensuring effective oversight of financial activities.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in management accounting.
• German language proficiency required.
• Ability to start immediately is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end and support a lean finance team.
• Deliver timely financial reports and variance analysis.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure accurate inventory records.

Skills

Business Analysis

Financial Reporting

Cost Analysis

Cash Flow Management

Stock Management

Job description

Interim Management Accountant - 6m FTC - German Speaking - c. £70,000

Your new company

We are supporting a privately-owned media business, with the hire of a German-speaking accountant to oversee month-end and support a lean team.

Your new role

Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be:

• Business Analysis: Understand operations, identify financial issues, and suggest improvements.
• Accounts & Documentation: Oversee transaction processing, ledger accuracy, and period-end closings.
• Financial Reporting: Deliver timely reports, variance analysis, and strategic insights.
• Cash Flow: Forecast and monitor cash flow, working capital, and trends.
• Costing & Margins: Analyse production costs and profitability; identify savings.
• Stock Management: Ensure accurate inventory records and assess financial impact.
• Production Finance: Evaluate production efficiency, costs, and investment decisions.

If you have experience of the above, and can start immediately, please get in touch!

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