Management Accountant - 12-18 month FTC

Jems Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Management Accountant for a hybrid role in Colindale, offering a dynamic team environment and focusing on work/life balance. This month contract provides significant growth potential into a permanent position, engaging candidates in key financial responsibilities and analysis within a supportive structure.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Opportunity to shape a high-performing finance function

Supportive professional team and leadership

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in finance roles.
• Strong background in management and financial accounting.
• Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing monthly management accounts including accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.
• Maintaining the fixed asset register and ensuring a smooth month-end close.
• Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns.

Skills

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Analytical mindset

Decision-making support

Education

Qualified or finalist (CIMA/ACCA)

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

• Management Accountant Colindale (Hybrid)
• Month Contract (Potential for Permanent)
• £45,000 £55,000 per annum
• Supportive team environment with a real focus on work/life balance and staff wellbeing

We are looking for a Management Accountant to join a dynamic and collaborative finance team in Colindale. This is a month fixed-term contract with strong potential to become a permanent role in the future for the right candidate.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled finance professional to play a key role in delivering high-quality financial and management reporting across a growing organisation. You ll work closely with the Senior Management Accountant and Head of Finance, helping to guide key decisions with accurate, timely insights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing monthly management accounts including accruals, prepayments and reconciliations
• Maintaining the fixed asset register and ensuring a smooth month-end close
• Assisting with year-end and audit preparation
• Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns
• Ensuring robust financial controls and best practice systems are in place
• Financial analysis including producing insightful MI and KPIs to support decision-making
• Contributing to annual budget preparation and monitoring
• Assisting with cash flow forecasting and ensuring liquidity
• Monitoring and reconciling bank accounts and credit control activity
• Providing guidance to junior finance staff
• Acting as a finance point of contact for day-to-day queries
• Engaging in internal audits and compliance reviews

What We re Looking For:

• Qualified or finalist (CIMA/ACCA) with 5+ years of experience in finance roles
• Strong background in management and financial accounting
• Advanced Excel skills, experience with accounting software
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical mindset
• Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Strong communicator who works well with non-financial teams

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: £45,000 £55,000 DOE
• Flexible working environment (hybrid options available)
• Opportunity to shape and grow a high-performing finance function
• Potential for permanent long-term role following contract completion
• Supportive, professional team and leadership

Start Date: ASAP
Location: Colindale (with hybrid working)

Apply today to be part of a focused and dynamic finance team, with excellent scope to develop within the role in the future.