Job Title: Management Accountant (9-Month Fixed Term Contract) Location: Head Office (Hybrid/On-site as required) Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Overview
Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be recruiting for a Management Accountant on behalf of a valued client. This is a 9-month fixed term contract opportunity, ideal for a qualified finance professional looking to play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting business decision-making, and ensuring the smooth running of the finance function.
This is a hands‑on role requiring strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work to tight deadlines within a fast‑paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Preparation of monthly management accounts, including detailed analytical commentary
* Maintaining accruals, prepayments, fixed asset register, and costing analysis
* Posting journals and maintaining the journal log
* Managing sales and purchase ledgers, including reconciliations
* Processing cash book postings and overseeing daily banking activities
* Generating payment runs and completing supplier statement and invoice reconciliations
* Producing balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations with clear analysis and actions
* Supporting the budgeting and forecasting process
* Preparing and monitoring daily cashflow
* Acting as a key point of contact for finance-related queries across the business
* Assisting with year‑end audit processes and responding to auditor queries
* Conducting detailed debtor and creditor reviews at month end
* Building strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the business
* Supporting the Finance Manager with ad‑hoc projects and continuous process improvements
* Providing cover across the wider finance team during periods of absence
About You
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
* Proven experience in preparing management accounts within a commercial environment
* Strong Excel skills (including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, SUMIFs)
* Excellent analytical skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders
* Ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines
* Proactive, adaptable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
If you are a motivated and detail‑oriented Management Accountant looking for your next contract opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
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