Management Accountant | SME 3 Month FTC | Project Irlam | Manchester | Hybrid working Flexi Hours | Parking onsite Up to £45,000 depending on experience Our client is seeking an immediately available, experienced Management Accountant to support their finance team over a three-month period during a very busy year-end. A key part of this role is taking ownership of bank reconciliations, so strong experience in this area is essential. If you enjoy being hands-on, asking the right questions, and producing management accounts that truly drive business decisions, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. The Role - What You'll Be Doing Balance sheet reconciliations with clear ownership and control Preparation of weekly performance reports with insightful analysis and commentary Supporting of the month‑end management accounts process Posting prepayments and accruals Management of Fixed Assets including depreciation postings Regular review of business costs, challenging and improving cost control Partnering with teams across the business to ensure all costs are captured accurately Daily update and ownership of the cashflow forecast Preparation of quarterly VAT returns for review Posting VAT adjustments and filing returns with HMRC once approved Supporting with year‑end audit and statutory requirements ONS reporting Ability to cover bookkeeping tasks when needed Being a proactive, positive force within the finance team What We're Looking For Part Qualified ACCA / CIMA 3 years' experience in an Assistant Management Accountant role Proven experience supporting the production of management accounts Strong understanding of accruals, prepayments and balance sheet control Confident using Excel and finance systems Naturally inquisitive; you ask questions, seek clarity and want to learn Comfortable working at pace in a growing, evolving business A team player who communicates well and takes ownership BH35374