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Job Title: Interim Management Accountant (3-6 months)
Location: Glasgow, Hybrid working, 3 days in officeSalary: £50-60k DOEContract Type: Interim (3-6 months initially)
Overview:A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Interim Management Accountant to join a dynamic and fast-paced organisation. Reporting to the Finance Business Partner, you will support key financial functions, including monthly reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and forecasting. This role offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment, provide critical financial insights, and contribute to various business initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary.
- Take full responsibility for balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy.
- Act as the subject matter expert for the financial results within the respective business unit (BU).
- Lead the preparation, review, and challenge of budgets, forecasts, and business plans.
- Maintain and monitor financial control processes to ensure compliance.
- Proactively suggest and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
- Liaise regularly with BU stakeholders to help them understand financial results.
- Collaborate with both internal and external auditors to ensure smooth audit processes.
- Provide detailed balance sheet and P&L analysis to inform business decisions.
- Support with ad hoc finance tasks as required by the wider team.
- Contribute to various projects and initiatives as needed.
Requirements:
- Professional Qualifications: ACCA, CIMA, CA, or ACA (or actively studying toward qualification), would consider someone Qualified by Experience.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar management accountant or finance role.
- Strong experience in preparing management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and audit involvement.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with non-finance stakeholders.
- Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and business performance analysis.
- Previous experience in a fast-paced, commercial environment is highly desirable.
Desired Skills and Attributes:
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
- Ability to simplify complex financial information and present it to non-finance teams.
- Proactive, solutions-oriented approach with a focus on process improvements.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
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