Temporary Management Accountant (Part Time)

Allen Associates; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious organization linked to higher education is seeking a part-time Management Accountant in Central Oxford. This temporary position involves managing finance operations, preparing budget reports, and ensuring compliance. Offers competitive hourly rates along with holiday pay and hybrid working options following training.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Valuable experience in a highly regarded organization

Opportunity to work on a hybrid basis following training

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar part-time finance role.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• A positive, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily finance operations including bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and lead annual budgeting.
• Ensure compliance with financial legislation.

Skills

Xero

Communication

Autonomy

Job description

Our impressive client is seeking a part-time Management Accountant to play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function.

Working within a small team, you will play a vital role in helping make sure the organisation runs smoothly. You will improve how things are done, reduce risks, and support long-term success.

Starting as soon as possible, you will be working 28 hours per week, Monday to Friday and will be ongoing until mid-December 2025.

Please note, this is a temporary position paid on a weekly PAYE basis. This role will start immediately, so sadly candidates with a lengthy notice period cannot be considered.

Temporary Management Accountant (Part Time) Responsibilities

• Manage daily finance operations (bank reconciliations, AP/AR, ledger accuracy).
• Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations (e.g., intercompany, fixed assets, accruals).
• Support and guide the Assistant Accountant.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, forecasts, and quarterly Audit Committee reports.
• Lead annual budgeting and oversee budget controls.
• Ensure finance systems and processes are efficient and compliant.
• Oversee payroll, including HMRC and pension submissions.
• Manage tax compliance (corporation tax, VAT) with external advisors.
• Maintain relationships with auditors, banks, insurers, and lead audits.
• Ensure compliance with financial legislation and regulations.
• Act as Secretary to the Audit Committee (prepare agendas, reports, minutes).

Temporary Management Accountant (Part Time) Rewards

Alongside a competitive hourly rate, the successful candidate will receive the following benefits:

• Holiday pay
• Valuable experience in a highly regarded organization
• Opportunity to work on a hybrid basis following training

The Company

A prestigious organisation linked to higher education.

Temporary Management Accountant (Part Time) Requirements

• An experienced Xero user
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Previous experience with financial monthly report and VAT/PAYE returns
• Ability to work autonomously and part of a small team
• Effective communicator with a positive can-do attitude

Location

Our client is based in Central Oxford with no on-site parking, however excellent public transport links and local amenities.

Apply today, either online or directly to:

Catherine Stokes Allen Associates (url removed)

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