We have a new exciting opportunity for a qualified Senior Management Accountant to join a growing manufacturing business on a short-term interim basis. This role offers strong exposure to senior leadership and the chance to play a key role in driving financial performance and process improvement.

Details:
- Location: Southampton (fully on-site)
- Contract: 6-12 weeks
- Salary: £300-350 p/d

Responsibilities:
- Prepare and deliver accurate monthly management accounts, including detailed analysis of financial performance
- Support the production of financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards
- Partner with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insight and support decision-making
- Lead on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to drive performance and accountability
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency across the finance function
- Contribute to wider finance initiatives and projects in a fast-growing, evolving business environment

Requirements:
- Fully qualified accountant (CIMA (preferred) / ACCA / ACA or equivalent)
- Proven experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or SME environment
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g. NetSuite) and advanced Excel capability