A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced Interim Management Accountant to join an organisation in Northampton on a 3-6-month contract. This role suits someone who enjoys a supportive, collaborative environment where expertise is valued and impact is tangible. You’ll support operations through accurate reporting, insightful analysis, and strong business partnering. This role is 4 days on-site.
As an Interim Management Accountant based in Northampton, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the finance team during a period of transition. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include preparing detailed management accounts, collaborating with various departments to provide valuable financial insights, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting activities. You will also be involved in producing regular reports for senior management that highlight important trends and potential risks. By contributing to process improvements within the finance function and ensuring compliance with internal controls, you will help maintain the highest standards of accuracy and integrity. Your ability to communicate complex financial information clearly will be essential as you work alongside both finance professionals and non-finance colleagues. This position offers the chance to make a tangible impact on business performance while developing your own skills within a supportive environment.
*Prepare monthly management accounts with accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring all deadlines are met and information is presented clearly for internal stakeholders.
*Support the month-end close process by reconciling accounts, investigating variances, and providing clear explanations for any discrepancies identified during review.
*Collaborate closely with operational teams across the business to provide financial insight, helping them understand their performance and make informed decisions.
*Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts by gathering relevant data, analysing trends, and presenting findings in an accessible format.
*Produce regular financial reports for senior management, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities that may impact business performance.
*Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the finance function by identifying areas for greater efficiency or accuracy and implementing agreed changes.
*Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies at all times, maintaining high standards of integrity in all financial activities undertaken.
*Provide ad hoc analysis as required by management, responding promptly to requests for information or clarification on financial matters.
*Support external audit processes by preparing schedules, answering queries, and ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate.
What you bring:
The ideal candidate for the Interim Management Accountant position will bring proven experience in producing management accounts within fast-paced commercial settings. Your background should include hands-on involvement with month-end processes, account reconciliations, budgeting cycles, and financial reporting. Strong communication skills are essential as you will need to explain complex figures clearly to colleagues from non-financial backgrounds. Familiarity with major accounting systems alongside advanced Excel capabilities will allow you to hit the ground running. A collaborative mindset is crucial; you should enjoy working closely with others towards common goals while demonstrating reliability under pressure. Your attention to detail ensures accuracy even when managing competing demands. Above all else, your commitment to ethical practice means you always act responsibly when handling sensitive information.
*Demonstrable experience in preparing management accounts within a commercial environment, ideally gained through previous interim or contract roles.
*A recognised accounting qualification (such as ACCA, CIMA or ACA) or equivalent experience that demonstrates strong technical knowledge of accounting principles.
*Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships across different teams and communicate financial information effectively to non-finance colleagues.
*Proficiency in using accounting software packages (such as Sage, SAP or Oracle) as well as advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting purposes.
*Strong analytical abilities that enable you to interpret complex data sets, identify trends or anomalies, and present findings in a clear manner.
*A collaborative approach to problem-solving that values input from others while remaining focused on achieving shared objectives.
*High levels of attention to detail combined with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines without compromising quality.
*Experience supporting budget preparation processes including data gathering, variance analysis, and presentation of results to stakeholders.
*A commitment to upholding ethical standards in all aspects of financial reporting and compliance with company policies.
*Willingness to embrace new challenges as they arise while maintaining a positive attitude towards learning and personal development.
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