Senior Contract Accountant

JR United Kingdom; Halesowen; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Contract Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. This pivotal role combines traditional management accounting with commercial finance business partnering, allowing you to influence financial outcomes and drive performance. You'll prepare monthly management accounts, lead budgeting cycles, and provide financial insights to senior leadership. With a focus on process improvements and mentoring junior staff, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact during a critical period for the business. Enjoy a hybrid working environment and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Impactful contract role

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• At least halfway through a professional accounting qualification.
• Proven experience in management or financial accountant roles.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts including P&L and variance analysis.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, collaborating with department heads.

Skills

ACCA / CIMA qualification

Management accounting experience

Commercial acumen

Interpersonal skills

Excel proficiency

Experience with finance systems

Education

Professional qualification (ACCA / CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Netsuite

Job description

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We are delighted to be working with our valued client, a well-established and growing organisation, to recruit an experienced Senior Contract Accountant.

This is a broad and hands-on role that sits within the core finance team and combines traditional management accounting with commercial finance business partnering. You'll be joining at a key time and will play an integral role in driving performance, providing insight, and supporting business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and variance analysis
• Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, working closely with department heads
• Provide meaningful financial insight and reporting to operational teams and senior leadership
• Support strategic decision-making through financial modelling and scenario planning
• Collaborate with non-finance stakeholders to influence financial outcomes and ensure budget adherence
• Drive process improvements and support internal controls
• Assist with year-end audit and statutory reporting requirements
• Mentor junior finance staff and support team development where necessary

Skills & Requirements:

• At least 50% way through a professional qualification (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a similar management or financial accountant role
• Strong commercial acumen and experience working closely with non-finance teams
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in Excel and modern finance systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Netsuite)
• Able to hit the ground running and add value quickly in a contract setting

Benefits & Package:

• A varied and impactful contract role within a high-performing finance function
• Opportunity to make a real difference during a critical period for the business
• Hybrid working and flexibility
• Fantastic benefits package

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