Management Accountant - FTC

Management Accountant Fixed Term Contract - Up to 50k equivalent Temp to perm opportunity Location: Dock Road, Lytham Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday Department: Finance Reporting to: Finance Director About the role We are looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join our Finance team on a One month fixed term contract. This is a hands on role focused on bringing management accounts up to date, improving data accuracy, and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting across the group. You will play a key role in reconciling underlying records with the SAGE finance system, resolving historical discrepancies and preparing detailed monthly management accounts to support year-end audit preparation. What you’ll be doing Preparing and correcting month-end journals Carrying out detailed analysis of all profit and loss accounts Producing monthly reporting packs for group companies, including clear commentary on key variances to budget Reconciling all balance sheet accounts and escalating issues to the FP&A team, Financial Controller or Finance Director Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the fixed asset register Reconciling intercompany accounts Cleaning up the purchase ledger Delivering accurate sales reporting and analysis Following company Standard Operating Processes (SOPs) at all times Supporting with ad-hoc finance tasks as required What we’re looking for Experience & qualifications Minimum of two years’ experience in a similar Management Accountant role Studying towards ACCA or CIMA (part-qualified) Previous experience using Sage 200 (desirable) Skills & knowledge Advanced Excel skills Strong IT skills Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability Strong time management and organisational skills Personal qualities Self-motivated and quick to learn Able to multitask and work to tight deadlines Hard-working, enthusiastic and proactive A team player with strong interpersonal skills Flexibility From time to time, you may be required to: Work additional hours to meet business needs Attend staff meetings or training Travel to other sites Take on additional duties within the scope of the role