Senior Management Accountant Salary: £45 - 55K Type: 6-month contract Location: Fleetwood This is an opportunity to support a family business through a period of change. With a turnover of circa £20m you will be responsible to produce all management accounts through a period of change and restructure. Initially the contract will be for a 6-month period with the likelihood of a further 3-month extension. Key Responsibilities: Financial Reporting : Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow forecasts. Budgeting and Forecasting : Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans. Variance Analysis : Analyse financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying and explaining variances. Team Management : Lead and develop a small finance team, ensuring high-quality financial reporting and compliance. Compliance : Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards. Qualifications: Education : Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Professional Certification : Qualified Accountant (e.g. ACCA, CIMA). Experience : Significant post-qualification experience in management accounting. Skills : Strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, proficiency in financial software, ideally Sage 50, and advanced Excel skills. Behavioural Skills: Attention to Detail : High level of accuracy in financial reporting. Problem-Solving : Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically. Communication : Excellent written and verbal communication skills.