Temporary / Fixed Term Contract Management Accountant - circa 12 months

Môrwell Talent Solutions Ltd; Pwllmeyric; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A Public Sector Organisation in the Pontypool area is seeking an experienced Temporary Management Accountant to provide financial management support and produce accurate financial information for stakeholders. Candidates must have a strong understanding of financial management, accounting standards, and exhibit strong analytical abilities. This role offers flexible hybrid working arrangements and a supportive finance team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of financial management and accounting standards.
• Solid analytical abilities to interpret financial information.
• High attention to detail in reconciliations and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive financial management support.
• Produce monthly management accounts with detailed analysis.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and ensure financial controls.
• Support grant claim completion and related reporting.

Skills

Financial management

Accounting standards

Budgeting

Forecasting

Analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Qualified or QBE Accounting professional

Job description

Temporary Management Accountant
Location: Pontypool area
Contract Length: months
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: £45,000 £46,000 per annum

Môrwell Talent Solutions is delighted to be partnering with a respected Public Sector organisation in the Pontypool area as they seek an experienced Management Accountant to join their finance team on a temporary / contract basis. This is a pivotal role, offering the opportunity to support essential financial processes and contribute to key decision-making across the organisation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for producing timely, accurate financial information for both internal and external stakeholders. You ll support the preparation of management accounts, forecasting, budget analysis, compliance work, business partnering, and grant-related reporting a varied and rewarding remit within a collaborative finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive financial management support to a designated department or division
• Produce monthly management accounts, including detailed variance, revenue, and expenditure analysis
• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts, offering insight to support operational and strategic decisions
• Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and ensure robust financial controls
• Support financial monitoring, grant claim completion, and related reporting
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, audit requirements, and relevant financial regulations
• Work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to provide constructive financial advice and guidance

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong understanding of financial management, accounting standards, budgeting, and forecasting
• Solid analytical abilities, with the confidence to interpret financial information and drive meaningful insightHigh attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in reconciliations and financial reporting
• Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with colleagues across multiple departments
• Applications welcomed from both Qualified and QBE Accounting professionals

Working Arrangements

• Flexible hybrid working with 1 day per week from home
• 37-hour working week
• Standard hours: 9am 5pm, with some flexibility available

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accountant to join an organisation that genuinely values its people. You ll play an influential role within the finance team and contribute directly to wider organisational performance.

If this opportunity resonates with you, please apply to Môrwell Talent Solutions as soon as possible.