Temporary Management Accountant

Office Angels; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit organization is seeking a temporary Management Accountant for a hybrid role in Manchester. This position offers a chance to work closely with senior management, providing essential financial advice and support. Responsibilities include managing budgets, preparing monthly management accounts, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The role promises flexibility, with only one day per fortnight in the office. This is an exciting opportunity for qualified accountants looking to make a significant impact in a supportive environment, with potential for a longer-term contract.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in management accounting and budgeting.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and formulas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual budgets and identify efficiencies.
• Compile year-end statutory accounts and support external audits.

Skills

Management Accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Advanced Excel

Education

Full membership of a recognized UK accounting body

Job description

Temporary Management Accountant (JN -032025-418401) Manchester, England

Salary: GBP22.25 - GBP34.24 per hour

Temporary Management Accountant - Minimum 3-6 months with the ability to apply for a 2-year fixed-term contract once in the post
£22.25 - £34.24 per hour (equivalent salary £40,484 - £62,312)
1 day per fortnight in the office (may be more during the induction period)

We are currently recruiting for a Management Accountant on behalf of a leading not-for-profit organization based in Manchester City Centre. This is a temporary position for 6 months, with a strong possibility of extension or a longer-term opportunity. The role is hybrid, requiring attendance at the office once per fortnight, with flexibility on the day. Additional office days may be needed during initial training.

As a Management Accountant, you will work closely with the Financial Controller and Senior Managers to provide financial advice and support across departments. Your responsibilities will include managing budgets, monitoring financial performance, and reporting.

Main duties:

1. Preparing annual budgets and identifying efficiencies
2. Preparing monthly management accounts, including journal postings, variance analysis, and forecasting
3. Discussing financial performance and monitoring spending with budget holders
4. Supporting budget holders with costings, savings, and variance monitoring
5. Compiling year-end statutory accounts and supporting external audits
6. Balance sheet reconciliation and reviews
7. Identifying process improvements within the management accounts team

Candidate requirements:

• Significant experience in management accounting, including budgeting, re-forecasting, and reporting
• Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships with stakeholders
• Ability to use both financial and non-financial data for strategic decision-making
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven analytical skills to interpret trends and variances
• Full membership of a recognized UK accounting body
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and formulas
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines

If you are an immediately available, qualified management accountant interested in this opportunity, please send your CV to [e-mail] or call 0161 832 7600.