Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Management Accountant to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover for 25 hours per week. The role offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with senior finance leaders and play a key role in financial reporting and supporting decision-making across the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and delivering timely and insightful reporting. Additionally, they will contribute to the ongoing development of financial controls and processes. This position requires a commitment to excellence and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within the finance team.
Job Duties:
- Deliver month-end processes within deadlines, including reconciliation of intercompany and balance sheet accounts
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and ensure cash is accurately accounted for
- Prepare weekly flash reports and monthly management accounts
- Develop KPIs and management information to support business decision-making
- Assist with the implementation and monitoring of internal financial policies and controls
- Ensure timely completion of statutory returns, including GST, ITIS and Social Security
- Maintain and update the Chart of Accounts
- Support the development and improvement of finance systems (including NetSuite)
- Identify opportunities to enhance systems, processes and controls
- Assist with the preparation of annual statutory accounts
- Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes
- Provide financial support and guidance to operational teams
- Support wider finance and administration activities as required
Job Requirements:
- Part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience
- Proven experience in a commercial accounting environment
- Strong understanding of financial processes, reporting, and controls
- Experience with NetSuite is highly desirable
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across all levels of the business
- Proactive, organised, and able to work independently using your own initiative
- A collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset
What You’ll Love:
The client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership. You will have exposure to a broad range of finance activities and be part of a supportive and collaborative working environment that encourages professional development.
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