Job Title: Financial & Management Accountant (9-Month FTC)
Location: Leicester or Northampton
Contract: 9-Month Fixed Term
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial & Management Accountant to join a professional services firm's Finance Department. Based in either Leicester or Northampton, this is a fixed-term position covering a period of 9 months.
You'll work closely with the Chief Financial Officer and Head of Finance, playing a key role in both day-to-day operations and strategic finance projects, while also providing support and leadership to the wider finance team.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting finance team projects, including implementation of the Chrome River Accounts Payable solution and development of new dashboards in Katchr
Producing VAT returns and contributing to year-end statutory accounts
Leading month-end reporting processes, including review of fixed assets, prepayments, and accruals
Conducting Work in Progress (WIP) reviews with fee earners and assisting in setting chargeable targets
Supporting decision-making through data provision and financial insight
Managing payroll, P11D reviews, and employee bonus calculations
Overseeing purchase and nominal ledgers, partner payments, and drawings
Preparing tax analysis and assisting with audit preparation
Assisting with annual budget processes and fielding partner queries
Line management of direct reports, including Purchase Ledger Assistant and Accounts Assistant
Skills & Experience Required
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, finance regulations, and reporting standards
Demonstrated experience in team management
Comfortable with a continuous improvement approach to finance operations
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Experience working in a professional services or partnership environment (desirable)
Qualifications
Accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA) - desirable but not essential
This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional seeking a varied and hands-on role within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment