Management Accountant

Forrest Recruitment; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Forrest Recruitment invites applications for a Management Accountant role in Macclesfield on a six-week temporary contract. The position emphasises accurate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow oversight, with a pay rate of up to £22 per hour plus holiday pay.

The successful candidate will have prior experience in a similar role and the ability to work at pace with high attention to detail, using Sage, Xero, or PeopleSoft to maintain records and support strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Experience as management accountant or in a similar role.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work at pace.
• Experience with Sage, Xero or similar accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities to support operational objectives.
• Oversee accounts payable processes, ensuring timely payments and accurate record-keeping.
• Utilise accounting software such as Sage, Xero, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms to maintain comprehensive financial records.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with treasury functions to optimize liquidity management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to ensure alignment of financial strategies and operational goals.

Tools

Sage

Xero

PeopleSoft

Job description

Management Accountant - Macclesfield - up to £22hr + holiday pay - Temporary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join our clients dynamic finance team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing financial management activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making processes.

Duties

• Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities to support operational objectives.
• Oversee accounts payable processes, ensuring timely payments and accurate record-keeping.
• Utilise accounting software such as Sage, Xero, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms to maintain comprehensive financial records.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with treasury functions to optimize liquidity management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to ensure alignment of financial strategies and operational goals.

The successful candidate will have worked within a similar role previously, have a high attention to detail and the ability to work at pace. You will be working on a 6 week contract with the opportunity to be extended for the right candidate.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those successfully shortlisted for the role will be personally contacted.