Your new company A well-established business based in Shrewsbury, known for its supportive culture and collaborative finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a genuinely lovely company to work for, offering a welcoming environment and the chance to take ownership during a key period. Your new role This is a maternity cover position, expected to run until August/September, supporting the finance function through a critical period including year-end and audit.You will take responsibility for key areas of the management accounts process, including: Supporting month-end reporting and producing financial reports for senior stakeholders Managing reconciliations, including bank, stock and balance sheet items Reviewing financial data, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues proactively Supporting and playing a key role in the external audit process Providing guidance and oversight within the finance team where required This is a hands-on role requiring someone who can take ownership quickly and add value from day one. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in a Management Accountant role. Strong understanding of month-end, year-end and audit processes Confident preparing and posting journals and managing reconciliations Experience working with finance systems (Navision experience advantageous) Ability to work independently and hit the ground running in a busy environment Strong communication skill...