Management Accountant (12-Month Fixed Term Contract)
Hayes, Middlesex (Hybrid Working)
£40,000 + Benefits

We are currently recruiting for a Management Accountant to join a growing, consumer-focused business on a 12-month fixed term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a dynamic finance team, supporting both UK and international operations in a fast-paced environment.
This role will suit someone who enjoys getting into the detail, partnering with stakeholders, and playing a key role in delivering accurate financial insights to support business decision-making.

The Role
Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for producing timely and accurate financial information, supporting month-end processes, and providing meaningful analysis to drive performance across the business.
You will also work closely with Accounts Payable and Receivable, ensuring smooth financial operations across the wider finance function.

About You

• Part-qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or actively studying
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar Management Accounts role
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse large data sets
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Proactive, self-motivated and keen to learn
• Confident communicator, able to work with stakeholders across finance and the wider business

Desirable (not essential):
Experience with ERP systems such as D365, Oracle, Hyperion/OneStream or similar, and exposure to Power BI.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end close and production of monthly management accounts
• Prepare P&L, balance sheet, cashflow and working capital reports
• Deliver variance analysis with clear and insightful commentary
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare accruals, prepayments, stock provisions and bad debt reports
• Produce own-store P&L reporting with commentary
• Support forecasting processes, including quarterly order intake forecasts
• Provide sales and KPI reporting to support commercial teams
• Assist Accounts Payable with invoice coding and process improvements
• Support Accounts Receivable activities when required
• Liaise with internal and external auditors
• Manage contract documentation within internal systems
• Support regulatory reporting (e.g. ONS surveys)
• Contribute to ad hoc projects and continuous improvement initiatives

  
  
What’s on Offer

• Salary of £40,000
• 25 days holiday (pro rata)
• Pension scheme
• Hybrid working (4 days based in Hayes head office, Friday’s working from home) Candidates MUST be within a commutable distance
• Subsidised lunch options
• Opportunity to gain exposure within an international finance environment