Job Title
Management Accountant, Interim
Location
Leiston, Suffolk, hybrid (onsite 3 days per week)
Day Rate
£425 per day inside IR35
Security Clearance
BPSS and CTC required or eligible
The Role
You will join the Finance function, but sit within the Investments team and deliver accurate, timely financial information. This is a role with clear training focus. You will strengthen capability within the team, guide best practice, and improve process and financial control. You will support month end, budgeting, forecasting, and provide clear insight to operational leaders within a strict regulatory environment and a complex cost base of up to £1bn.
Key Responsibilities
Support monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and clear commentary
Support and oversee month end close, including accruals, journals, and query resolution
Support the annual budget and monthly forecast cycle with strong audit trail
Guide the weekly and monthly reporting pack submissions for budget holders and station leadership
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and value for money reviews
Drive strong process discipline and financial controls across the Investments team
Support audit, compliance, and six monthly control reviews
Use SAP to interrogate data, improve reporting, and demonstrate best practice
Coach and guide team members, building capability and consistency
Build strong relationships with Operations, Supply Chain, HR, and Corporate Finance
Escalate risks and adverse trends with clear mitigating actions
Candidate Profile
Qualified accountant, ACA, ACCA, or CIMA
Strong management accounting, budgeting, and forecasting experience
Proven experience in, utilities, engineering, or other highly regulated environment
Advanced SAP knowledge, able to interrogate data and improve team capability
Strong process and financial control mindset
Confident communicator, able to guide, train, and influence others
Resilient, organised, and able to manage tight deadlines
Strong Excel and analytical skills
Eligible for BPSS and CTC clearance
To be considered for this fantastic opportunity, you must APPLY NOW, making sure to attach your up-to-date CV.
*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial telephone interview. If selected from the shortlist, a formal interview process will begin.
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