Immediate Management Accountant Requirement - Temp Role with Permanent Potential Temporary Management AccountantLocation: Christchurch Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Temporary, 2-4 months, full-time (possibly 4 days per week), potential for a permanent role Hays are working with a well-established organisation to recruit a Management Accountant to support the Head of Finance in managing financial performance and strengthening financial controls across the business. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified or QBE Management Accountant to play a key role in financial reporting in this small finance team. The Role Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Management Accountant will be responsible for analysing financial performance, producing accurate management information and supporting budgeting and forecasting activities. Key Responsibilities Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reports. Perform variance analysis and provide clear commentary on financial performance and KPIs. Support the management and maintenance of the cost accounting system, including overheads, product costing and margin analysis. Work closely on managing the Accounts Mailbox, AP automation processing and all AR and AP activities. Partner with operational teams to monitor and control costs, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements. Assist with the preparation of financial reports for internal and external stakeholders. Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls and company policies. Assist with cash flow management, including working capital reviews and cash flow forecasting. About You Strong QBE or part-qualified (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) candidates will be considered. Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Management Accountant or similar role. Strong analytical skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly. Confident working with multiple stakeholders across finance and operations. High attention to detail with a proactive, hands-on approach. What's on Offer A varied and hands-on Management Accountant role. Exposure to senior stakeholders and business-critical financial decisions. Supportive finance leadership and a collaborative working environment. If you're an experienced Management Accountant available to start work asap, we'd love to hear from you. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4791804