Strategic Management Accountant – 6-Week Contract

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

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.