Job Description
Senior Accountant / Management Accountant – 12-Week Temp Contract
Location: Central Birmingham (2 days in Office)Qualification:CIMA / ACCA / ACA essentialSplit: 50% Audit / 50% Management AccountsStart: ASAP
We’re seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support a busy finance team during a critical period. This 12-week assignment requires a confident, qualified professional who can deliver across audit, controls, and management reporting.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the 2025 audit: prepare/review working papers, reconciliations, supporting evidence.
* Produce accurate monthly management accounts and Q1 reporting.
* Maintain internal financial controls, ensuring reconciliations and system controls are completed accurately and on time.
* Lead annual statutory accounts preparation and liaise with internal/external auditors.
* Manage quarterly forecasting and variance analysis.
* Oversee daily income reconciliations and investigate issues promptly.
* Support financial system upgrades, SOP reviews, and financial policy updates.
* Assist FP&A and senior finance leadership with budgeting and project work.
* Provide resilience for senior finance staff, including cover for the Financial Controller.
About You
* Fully qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA (non-negotiable)
* Strong background in audit and management accounts
* Excellent understanding of financial controls and statutory reporting
* Able to work independently and manage competing deadlines