Management Accountant - 6-Month FTC

Association of International Certified Professional Accountants; Alderley Edge; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional accounting organization is seeking a Management Accountant for a 6-month fixed-term contract in Alderley Edge. The role involves financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis across multiple entities, with a focus on the property sector. Candidates should be AAT qualified or part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA and proficient in Excel. A hybrid working model with flexible hours is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar management accounting role.
• Proactive approach with strong analytical skills.
• Familiarity with property or multi-entity environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate financial reporting across entities.
• Manage month-end processes and budgeting.
• Support intercompany reconciliations and provide insights.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Education

AAT qualified or part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Job description

Overview

Management Accountant - Property Sector | Alderley Edge (Hybrid - 1 day WFH) | 6-Month FTC | £35,000 - £40,000 DOE | 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (flexible start/finish times)

Your New Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you’ll be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reporting across multiple entities. You’ll play a key role in month-end processes, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, while supporting wider commercial and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Month-end close and preparation of management accounts
• Revenue recognition and reconciliation
• Prepayments, accruals, and depreciation postings
• Budget vs actual analysis and commentary
• Intercompany reconciliations and cost allocations
• Trend analysis and financial insights to support decision-making
• Preparation of trial balances and audit support
• Supporting system and process improvements

What You'll Need to Succeed

• AAT qualified or part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, formulas)
• Experience in a similar management accounting role, ideally within property or multi-entity environments
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

What You'll Get in Return

• Competitive salary and flexible working hours
• Hybrid working (1 day per week from home)
• Opportunity to work with a high-performing finance team
• Exposure to transformation projects and system implementations

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