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Interim Management Accountant

Reading Temporary £350 - £390 per day View Job Description
The business is keen to enable the internal changes quickly, so they are motivated to appoint an interim who can hit the ground running and support them for up to 6 months. You'll be supported by other team members and will have time to learn systems and processes, particularly Exchequer, used for bookkeeping and accounting entries.
  • Interim Management Accountant needed to support Non‑Operating Division
  • Produce high-quality management accounts and financial reports.

About Our Client

Originating from a carve out, my client is well established within their industry. Since 2017 they've become a market leader, with an interesting growth story of a blend of strategic investment, acquisitions, and a rapidly expanding customer/connection base.

Job Description

Corporate & Overheads Management Accounting

  • Preparation of monthly management accounts for Corporate/Non‑Operating divisions.
  • Full ownership of P&L admin expense reviews, accruals, and prepayments.
  • Delivery of MA packs and associated commentary.
  • Preparation and analysis of financial information for cost centres and overhead areas.
  • Support for Corporate budgeting cycles and Prospective Financial Information (PFI).



Balance Sheet & Governance

  • Ownership of Corporate balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and good financial governance.
  • Responsibility for intercompany accounting, reconciliations, recharges, and recoverability testing.
  • Maintaining and policing Group-wide reconciliation standards.



Audit, Year-End & Controls

  • Assist with audit preparation and year-end reporting - financial year ends in March.
  • Preparation of audit packs (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow).



Cross-Team Collaboration

  • Interaction with Finance Business Partners on cross‑functional elements of reporting.
  • Engagement with FP&A on budgeting and forecast-related tasks.



The Successful Applicant

We're looking for an interim accountant who can quickly embed themselves within the team and deliver accurate, timely information.

You will ideally have:

  • Qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
  • Solid background in management accounting, overhead reporting, and balance sheet control.
  • Experience supporting year‑end audits and preparing audit evidence packs.
  • Strong attention to detail and confidence handling complex reconciliations.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive daily rate between £350 - £390 (umbrella) dependent upon relevance of experience
  • 6 month contract with 3 days per week in the office
  • One stage interview process with a face to face meeting next week

If you are a detail-oriented, qualified Accountant looking for your next challenge, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact
Becca Thorley
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6974727
Phone number
+441179065151

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Management Accountant
Sector
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Reading
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Becca Thorley
Consultant phone
+441179065151
Job reference
JN-032026-6974727