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Management Accountant Jobs in Winsford, UK at Accountable Recruitment
Management Accountant – 6 month contract – Cheshire Finance Department | Reporting to Financial Controller Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing organisation to appoint a Management Accountant to join their finance team on an initial 3-6 month contract (opportunity for temp to perm). This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to take on a broad, hands-on role with high visibility across the business, working closely with the Financial Controller and key stakeholders.
The Role As Management Accountant, you will provide high-level financial support, playing a key role in the production of monthly management accounts, forecasting, and financial analysis, whilst supporting strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet reconciliations, and rolling forecasts Support the production of the monthly board reporting pack Conduct detailed cost analysis across all business areas Assist with product costing processes and updates Analyse stock positions and product costing variances, driving improvements in stock accuracy Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and strategic plans with key cost owners Perform daily cash reporting and bank reconciliations Prepare quarterly VAT returns for review Post journals including accruals and prepayments Raise and reconcile sales invoices across multiple income streams Support the year-end audit process and resolve queries Prepare and raise payments including AP and payroll, ready for authorisation Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency Conduct credit checks on new customers to minimise risk Contribute to and lead ad hoc finance projects Working Hours 39 hours per week (Monday-Friday) Start time between 7:30am – 8:30am Monday-Thursday: 8-hour days (excluding 30-minute unpaid lunch) Friday: 7-hour day (excluding lunch) About You Immediately available for temporary assignments ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified Proven experience producing management accounts within a finance function Strong Excel skills (comfortable handling and analysing data) Excellent attention to detail and highly self-motivated Strong communication skills with the ability to engage non-finance stakeholders Able to work independently and escalate where needed Experience handling confidential financial information appropriately Continuous improvement mindset with a proactive approach Why Apply?
Broad and varied role with exposure across the business Opportunity to partner with senior stakeholders Supportive finance team environment Opportunity to add value through process improvement and strategic input
Title: Management Accountant
Company: Accountable Recruitment
Location: Winsford, UK
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