Senior Management Accountant (6-Month FTC) | Manchester | Hybrid (3 days office) | £65,000 - £75,000 + 24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, bonus and strong benefits package | Financial Services
The Company
This is a well-established UK-based financial services business supporting a large and diverse customer base through its credit and lending solutions. The business has a strong track record of growth and innovation, with a clear strategy focused on expanding its financial services offering and enhancing data-led decision-making.
The organisation places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, customer experience and continuous improvement, with a collaborative culture that encourages challenge, development and progression. The finance function plays a key role in driving performance and supporting strategic growth, offering strong exposure to senior stakeholders.
The Role
* Lead the preparation, governance and delivery of monthly management accounts for the financial services division
* Provide detailed analysis on performance vs prior period and budget, including clear commentary on key variances
* Oversee weekly KPI reporting, analysing trends and presenting insights to senior stakeholders
* Produce high-quality reporting packs for monthly committee meetings, including presenting results
* Business partner with senior stakeholders across financial services, ensuring clear understanding of financial performance
* Support regulatory reporting requirements, including FCA reporting
* Take ownership of balance sheet controls, identifying risks and ensuring robust reconciliation processes
* Act as a key contact for audit, including year-end and interim processes, and preparation of technical papers (including IFRS 9)
* Drive continuous improvement across reporting, processes and financial controls
* Manage and develop a direct report, supporting their progression and performance
About You
* Qualified accountant (ACA preferred)
* Strong experience within financial services
* Solid understanding of IFRS 9 and expected credit loss (ECL) methodologies
* Proven ability to analyse complex financial data and communicate insights to non-finance stakeholders
* Strong commercial awareness with high attention to detail
* Advanced Excel skills, with SQL and Oracle experience beneficial
* Confident stakeholder manager, able to influence at senior level
* Track record of improving processes and driving efficiencies within finance
What's on Offer
* £65,000 - £75,000 base salary
* 6-month fixed-term contract
* Hybrid working (minimum 3 days in the office)
* 24 days holiday + bank holidays
* Annual bonus scheme
* Pension contribution up to 8%
* Private medical insurance and life assurance
* Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing business
Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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