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Management Accountant - Plymouth area Your new company You will be joining a forward-thinking organisation with a strong focus on delivering high-quality financial management and operational insight. The finance team plays a key role in supporting managers and budget holders across the organisation, ensuring they have the accurate, timely, and actionable information needed to drive performance, productivity, and strategic decision-making. The business is committed to continuous improvement, strong financial stewardship, and developing systems and practices that enhance efficiency and internal controls. Your new role As the Management Accountant, you will support the Lead Accountant and Finance Manager in delivering high-quality financial reporting, analysis, and business partnering. You will play a key role in preparing management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and performance reporting, while ensuring financial information is accurate, timely, and aligned to organisational requirements. You will also contribute to strategic planning, develop and enhance financial systems and processes, and provide expert financial advice across the organisation. The role includes overseeing elements of team workflow, supporting junior colleagues, and ensuring key deadlines are met as the function continues to grow. What you'll need to succeed You will bring extensive experience in financial or management accounting, including budgeting, monitoring, and forecasting. Strong analytical ability, excellent IT skills (particularly spreadsheets and financial systems), and the ability to interpret complex data are essential. You will have experience providing financial advice to stakeholders, preparing management accounts, and working under pressure to meet deadlines. The ability to constructively challenge, communicate clearly, maintain accuracy, and support or supervise team members is key. You will also demonstrate strong organisational skills, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Fully qualified or PQ in CIMA, ACCA or ACCA. What you'll get in return You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative finance team where your expertise will directly influence financial planning, performance reporting, and organisational success. The role offers the opportunity to shape and develop financial processes, contribute to strategic decision-making, and grow your management and leadership responsibilities as the team evolves. You will gain exposure to a broad range of financial activities and business partnering across multiple departments, providing a strong platform for career progression. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4781324

Interim Management Accountant job in Devon Interim Management Accountant - ManufacturingLocation: Plymouth Start Date: Early-Mid March 2026 Duration: Minimum 6 months - Hybrid working available Day Rate: Up to £250 per day Qualification: Qualified, Part-Qualified, or QBE About the RoleHays are partnering with a leading floor manufacturing business based in Plymouth, who are seeking an experienced Interim Management Accountant to support their finance function during a period of backlog and delayed month end reporting. You will take full ownership of the month end process within Sage 200, provide hands-on technical accounting support, and deliver accurate, timely management accounts. This role requires someone who can stabilise processes quickly, bring structure to reporting, and work confidently within a manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Management Accountant who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact. Key ResponsibilitiesMonth End Accounting & Reporting • Lead and execute the full month end close process within Sage 200, • Produce accurate and timely management accounts including P&L, balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis, • Prepare and review accruals, prepayments, journals and adjustments, • Reconcile stock, WIP, and manufacturing variances in line with best practice, • Work hands-on within Sage 200 to ensure data integrity and smooth month end closure, • Identify weaknesses or gaps in current processes and implement practical improvements, • Strengthen financial controls, documentation and month end procedures, • Partner with production, operations, and wider finance colleagues to improve data flow, • Provide insight and recommendations to senior management, • Background as a Management Accountant, Assistant Finance Manager or similar, • Part-qualified, fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), or QBE with strong experience, • Hands-on experience with Sage 200, particularly month end procedures, • Manufacturing sector experience, • Highly organised, able to prioritise quickly and effectively, • Proactive, solutions-focused, and confident in improving processes, • Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, time-pressured environment

Interim Financial Accountant job in Plymouth Interim Financial Accountant - Large Not-for-Profit Organisation (Plymouth Area)Hybrid | Up to £275 per day | Start Date: March 2026 (booking likely to last up to 12 months) Hays are working with a large, well-established not-for-profit organisation in the Plymouth area is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Accountant to support its finance function during a key operational period. This hybrid opportunity offers a balance of office collaboration and flexible home working. The RoleAs Interim Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reports, supporting both day-to-day finance operations and wider organisational objectives. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and operational teams to ensure financial stability and informed decision-making during a period of change. Key Responsibilities • Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts., • Support year-end processes, including audit preparation and liaison with external auditors., • Produce accurate financial statements, reconciliations, and variance analysis., • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing cash-flow management., • Maintain and enhance internal financial controls and compliance frameworks., • Partner with non-finance stakeholders to interpret financial performance and provide commercial insight., • Non-qualified accountants with strong experience, • Part-qualified accountants (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent), • Solid technical accounting experience in a Financial Accountant or similar role, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, • Confident communicator who can build rapport across the organisation, • Day Rate: Up to £275 per day, • Start Date: March 2026 - booking likely to last up to 12 months, • Location: Plymouth area, • Working Pattern: Hybrid, • Organisation: Large, values-driven not-for-profit # 4774221

We are looking for an enthusiastic and commercially astute Senior Finance Business Partner to join a busy finance team on an interim basis whilst the permanent recruitment process is fulfilled. Reporting to the Deputy CFO, you will play a key role in supporting financial integrity, sustainability and strategic decision-making across a multi-site organisation. This role suits someone who enjoys working at both strategic and operational level, thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident providing insight and challenge to senior leaders. Key Responsibilities • Provide high-level financial insight and business partnering support, • Deliver multi-year financial modelling, forecasting and scenario planning, • Prepare monthly forecast outturns, challenging assumptions and identifying risks, • Contribute to annual budgeting and long-term financial planning, • Support year-end processes, accruals and audit requirements, • Monitor and strengthen financial controls and compliance, • Review payroll variations and support staffing budget decisions, • Deliver financial analysis, costings and savings plans, • Fully qualified accountant (ACA,ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent), • Strong financial management experience, • Excell...

Accountant – Plymouth £30,000 | 1-year maternity contract | Professional Services A busy professional services firm is looking for a detail-focused Accountant to support their finance function. This varied role covers core accounting, occasional payroll and preparing personal tax and self-assessment returns. Key Responsibilities: • Produce management accounts to trial balance, • Month-end processes: accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, • Bank & balance sheet reconciliations, • Support budgeting and forecasting, • Process payroll when required, • Prepare personal tax returns & assist with tax compliance, • Handle purchase/sales ledger and expenses, • AAT Level 4 (part-qualified considered) / ACCA / CIMA (or QBE), • Experience in professional services or supporting a small business, • Strong accounting and self-assessment tax skills, • Confident with accounting/payroll software (Xero, Taxcalc), • Excellent attention to detail & organisation, • Experience managing a client portfolio, • Knowledge of corporation tax ...

Job Type: Full time We have a great opportunity for a Finance Manager to join our team within Vistry Bristol at our office in Clifton. As our Finance Manager you will provide support to the Finance Director and Head of Finance in providing accurate and timely financial information to all stakeholders for decision making and purposes and assist with the smooth running of the finance team. This will involve weekly and monthly reporting on cash and financial results. The role will also involve working with the junior members of the team and providing support where necessary. You will join a welcoming and friendly team. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus, • Company car, car allowance or travel allowance, • Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees, • Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • 2 Volunteering days per annum, • Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover, • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, • Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice, • Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary, • Share save and share incentive schemes, • Christmas company shutdown, • Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…, • Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality, • ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with a proven track record in producing concise management information, • Experience of financial reporting within a large organisation, • Team Management, • Strong systems experience, • Cash management and forecasting experience, • Excellent Excel Skills, • Variance analysis and interrogation, • Able to produce information accurately and to the stipulated deadlines, • Strong interpersonal skills and possess commercial awareness to effectively communicate at all levels, • Experience of joint venture accounting, • Good understanding and experience of financial governance and compliance, • Construction or Housebuilding Industry experience, • Knowledge of VAT, DRC and CIS, • Experience of using COINS would be beneficial., • Preparation of management accounts on a monthly basis with the aid of an Assistant Accountant, • Business Partner with Sales, Operations and Commercial to drive performance of business, • Provide support to the Finance Director in production of monthly Board packs, • Monthly Joint Venture reporting both internally and to JV partners, • Preparation and input of journals, prepayments and accruals, • Short to medium term cash forecasting, • Performing month end reconciliations and providing account analysis, • Finance Team Management, • Preparing weekly and monthly reports to Group, • Manage and collate audit queries for half year and full year audit, • Support future system implementations and upgrades Join us in making Vistry. #LI-TP1

Management Accountant – Responsibilities • Support senior finance leaders with financial management and operational reporting, • Provide financial advice and insight to budget holders and stakeholders, • Contribute to financial, performance, and productivity objectives, • Assist in improving financial systems, controls, and processes, • Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and variance analysis, • Produce budgets, forecasts, and support business planning, • Compile reporting packs for senior leadership and board review, • Deliver financial reports, presentations, and attend meetings as required, • Provide guidance on financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, • Participate in tender evaluations and financial assessments, • Act as a business partner to promote best practice across the organisation, • Support internal and external audit processes and resolve queries, • Monitor performance, value for money metrics, and benchmarking data, • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies, • Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting, • Support, train, and help develop team members, • Lead and manage staff, promoting continuous improvement and performance, • Ensure compliance with data protection, company policies, and statutory requirements, • Adhere to health & safety, equality, and risk management standards Requirements • Strong experience in financial or management accounting, including budgeting and forecasting, • Ability to analyse complex financial and performance data, • Experience supporting and advising budget holders, • Proficient in financial systems and IT applications, • Good understanding of accounting principles, VAT, and financial controls, • Strong communication, organisational, and time management skills, • Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and adapt to change, • Experience supervising or developing staff, • Qualified or part-qualified accountant (AAT Level 4, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)

Being apart of a great Finance team, the management accountant or Assistant will be involved with preparing, scrutinising, managing and analysing financial data that helps the business make great decisions. The role of the Management Accountant or Assistant will be to incorporates recurring and ad-hoc tasks to maintain the financial records of the company as well as ensuring compliance with all relevant financial governance and regulations, as well as internal policies and processes. Whilst there are regular, routine tasks and processes to complete, the nature of our business is such that for the right person there may be opportunities to be involved in projects that expand the scope of your role, your understanding of the manufacturing and supply chain processes, and encourage your further development. This position will be a 15 month contract (Maternity cover) Main Duties: Maintain and analyse daily, weekly, and monthly KPI data, and report to senior management. Involvement in month end management accounts, including variance analysis, commentary, and balance sheet reconciliations. Responsible for credit control processes maintain and monitor customer accounts, analyse revenue risks, prepare overdue debt reports. Payroll UK and Overseas running of monthly outsourced payroll. Dealing with payroll queries and ensuring HMRC compliance. Prepare and file monthly VAT returns & ensure VAT compliance. Maintenance fixed asset register, review capital expenditure approvals and lead quarterly fixed asset reviews. Calculation of payment/invoicing in line with exchange rate sharing agreements Calculation and payment of Commissions in line with agreements. Support forecasting and budgeting processes. Support the business looking in after the online expenses system be the key point of contact. Support year end accounts process and statutory audit. Completion of Office for National Statistics returns. Other ad hoc duties or cover as required. Education/Experience required: A level Maths or NVQ equivalent. Recognised Professional Accountancy Qualification (or close to completing). Minimum AAT qualified Microsoft Excel: intermediate (vlookup, pivot tables etc). High level of accuracy and attention to detail. TPBN1_UKTJ

The Supply Chain Finance Business Partner acts as a strategic liaison between Finance and operational teams across logistics and supply chain. The role translates financial data into actionable insights, supports senior decision-making, owns Supply Chain P&L performance, and drives cost efficiency and value creation across complex, fast-paced operations. Key Responsibilities • Own the Supply Chain P&L, including weekly flash reporting, monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and inventory reporting., • Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes, including financial reviews with third-party logistics partners., • Partner with senior operational leaders to evaluate investment proposals, productivity initiatives, and capital expenditure, tracking ROI and savings delivery., • Develop, monitor, and report on key cost and performance KPIs (e.g. cost per unit, warehousing and transport efficiency, stock write-offs)., • Provide commercial insight by interpreting operational and financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities., • Ensure strong financial governance, control, and adherence to Group financial policies., • Support business case development through detailed data analysis and complex ROI modelling. Person Specification • Qualified accountant (or equivalent experience) with strong commercial finance capability., • Experience in a fast-paced logistics, supply chain, or FMCG environment., • Proven experience managing large-scale budgets (in excess of £100m per annum), including in-house and third-party models., • Ability to operate in a non-hierarchical business, with credibility to influence and challenge at all levels., • Collaborative, innovative, and commercially minded, with strong business acumen., • Advanced Excel and Power BI skills; experience with ERP or WMS systems (e.g. Blue Yonder) desirable., • Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate financial concepts for non-finance audiences. What We Offer • Competitive salary, • Pension, • Long service awards, • Employee discount, • Cycle to work scheme Additional Information • Position: Permanent, Full-time, • Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:45am – 17:30pm, • Location: Plymouth, Devon

Building a sustainable tomorrow KierBAM are a Joint Venture (JV) partnership between Kier and BAM UK & Ireland - BAM UK & Ireland's infrastructure segment is currently delivering the redevelopment project at a Royal Navy site located in Plymouth and are seeking an experienced Assistant Commercial Accountant. The Assistant Commercial Accountant supports the finance and wider commercial team by completing commercial accounting activities, including invoicing, cost analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting. This role helps ensure accurate financial records and supports decision-making through analysis of financial and commercial data. You will be part of the Commercial team of the KierBAM Joint Venture, a partnership between Kier and BAM Nuttall. We are currently delivering a large redevelopment project at a Royal Navy site located in Plymouth. The project is worth approximately £600m over the next five years and is a piece of critical national infrastructure. Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. Please note that this process can take up to 8 weeks. Eligibility criteria: Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. Kier is committed to creating a workplace where everyone is empowered to achieve their career goals. Our people are at the heart of our business, using their skills and creativity to provide solutions and services to our clients and customers. We are only able to deliver our business goals because of the commitment and talent of our people working together to a common purpose. The Kier wellbeing strategy has been designed based on employee feedback that mental, physical and financial wellbeing are important to them. Making Possible In this role, you will be working in a live MOD facility. Your day-to-day tasks will include: Support month-end and year-end closing processes. Balance sheet and P&L reconciliations. Monitor, analyse and report on commercial costs, margins, and variances. Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Prepare & post journals and intercompany recharges Liaise with internal teams and external clients or suppliers regarding financial transactions. Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards. Support audits by providing relevant financial information and documentation. Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records. Diversity, inclusion and wellbeing Promote the wellbeing of your team and ensure that an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought, backgrounds and experience is actively encouraged and achieved. This profile is not exhaustive. From time to time, you may be required by the Company to perform other tasks, which are not included in the above description, but are within your capabilities and, where necessary, training, and full support will be given. What do you bring to the role? Essential: CCAB part-qualified or AAT full qualified. Strong working knowledge of accounting principles and commercial finance. Proficiency in accounting applications and MS Excel. Strong analytical and numerical skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. Regular office attendance at least twice weekly to enable a thorough understanding of site operations and needs. Desirable: Experience of similar role, preferably in Construction Knowledge of NEC 4 Option E contracts Knowledge and experience of using the Causeway suite of products, particularly Causeway Project Accounting. Knowledge of the Construction Industry Scheme and Domestic Reverse Charge VAT accounting Whats in it for you? Competitive salary A wide range of family-friendly policies Company car/car allowance/travel allowance 8 % matched pension contributions Private healthcare Life assurance 26 days holiday 2 wellbeing days 1 volunteering day Personal and professional development TPBN1_UKTJ

I’m working with a well-established UK-wide accountancy firm to recruit a Qualified Accountant for their growing North East operation based in Wynyard. My client operates a strong, well-resourced accounts function, with qualified accountants responsible for preparing the bulk of client accounts. I

Butler Rose Ltd is seeking a Part-Qualified or Newly Qualified Accountant to join their London office on a hybrid basis.

Candidates should be part-qualified finance professionals, ideally with experience in Higher Education.

Alexander Lloyd is offering an exciting opportunity for a Part Qualified ACCA/CIMA/AAT Accountant to join a rapidly expanding insurance business in London.

A growing Private Equity firm in London is seeking a part-qualified Fund Accountant to join their Finance team.

This is a hands-on and varied role ideal for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) looking to work 2–3 days per week. As we expand, we are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented qualified accountant to manage our day-to-day and strategic financial operations.

Practice Accountant (Part Qualified ACCA/CIMA). UK s largest network of accountants, supporting over 100,000 small businesses nationwide!. Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an ambitious Practice Accountant to join our team.

This fast-growing, international consumer business (premium retail, multi-channel, multi-country) is looking for a qualified Accountant to support the Finance Manager and help build out a more scalable finance function as the company expands in the UK, US and new markets. ACA or ACCA qualified (or e

A leading finance recruitment agency is seeking a Part-Qualified Management Accountant for a growing manufacturing business in Greater London. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience, is AAT qualified or ACCA/CIMA part-qualified, and possesses knowledge of US Sales Tax and multi-curre

Client Accountant (ACCA/CPA Qualified - 3-5 years Financial Accounting experience). As a Client Accountant you will support senior client accountants and management in delivering accurate accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) and capital markets struct

A recruitment agency for accounting roles seeks a Newly Qualified Accountant in Milton Keynes. Successful candidates will be ACA or ACCA qualified and possess experience in audit and management accounts.

With significant heritage and a track record of success across multiple funds, this is a superb role for someone recently qualified from Audit (Funds clients), Fund Admin or another Private Equity style fund, with the chance to take on a broad and encompassing role. ACA, CA or ACCA qualified (essent

Accountancy Connections, a leading firm in Devon and Torbay, is seeking a Newly Qualified / Recently Qualified Accounts Senior. Ideal applicants will have 3-4 years of practice experience and be ACA or ACCA qualified.

Educated to degree level and must be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA). We are looking for a Financial Accountant for a Global firm based in Canary Wharf, London E14 5AA.

A respected accounting firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Qualified Client / Portfolio Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of clients.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Newly Qualified Chartered Accountant to join a dynamic and fast-paced finance team. Recently qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA). This is an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified professional to gain broad exposure across multiple entities

As a part‑qualified Junior Accountant, you’ll play an important role in supporting our clients and team, gaining valuable exposure across sectors and developing the skills needed to progress your accounting career. Up to two years’ experience in a top‑100 accountancy practice and are part AC

A leading provider in digital mobility located in Bedford is seeking a Part-Qualified Accountant to take ownership of financial reporting and month-end processes.

Proxima Group, a leading management consulting firm in Greater London, seeks a part-qualified accountant to support payroll, month-end, and bank reconciliations.

This highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants wish to recruit a Qualified Client / Portfolio Manager to manage all aspects of a portfolio of clients. This is very varied and interesting role in a very friendly firm of Chartered Accountants.

If you've recently qualified (ACCA / CIMA) and are starting to think about what you are looking for in your career this could be an excellent next step.

Group Management Accountant/Finance Manager. Vardey Recruitment is partnering with a growing multi‑entity SME business to recruit a Group Management Accountant/ Finance Manager for an organisation in Poole, Dorset. Assist with year‑end processes and external accountants.

ACCA or CIMA part qualified and is actively studying towards their qualification.

Senior Qualified Accountant – Leading Audit Firm | North West London. Sheridan Maine is proud to be partnering with a leading and well-established audit firm based in the north west London area to recruit a Senior Qualified Accountant to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity fo

This leading regional firm of Chartered Accountants wishes to recruit a Newly Qualified / Recently Qualified Accounts Senior. This role is ideal for a local professional with 3-4 years of practice experience who is ACA or ACCA qualified.

Manage the day-to-day accounting responsibilities of the business, including processing invoices, reconciling bank accounts, and posting month end journals.Produce month end financial reporting and analyse performance against the budget.Complete the payroll workings and assist with payments to suppl

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated ACCA Qualified Accountant to join our client's small Accountancy practice in Enfield, North London. As an ACCA Qualified Accountant, you will be responsible for providing a wide range of accounting services to our clients, including tax prepara

A leading accountancy firm in York is seeking a motivated Practice Accountant to support a varied client portfolio. The ideal candidate will be part-qualified ACCA/CIMA with 2-4 years experience in an accountancy practice.

We are seeking a technically strong, commercially minded qualified accountant to join our growing team, reporting to the Head of Accounting. ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent).

A well-established accountancy practice in Maidstone seeks a dynamic individual to join their expanding team.The role requires part qualification in ACCA or CIMA, advanced Excel skills, and strong communication abilities.As a key player, you will tackle complex issues, drive solutions, and foster co

This hybrid role requires a part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) with experience in financial accounting to support accurate financial reporting and key accounting processes. A prominent property management company is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their Group Accounts team in Londo

Suitable for a part-qualified Accountant keen to grow in a dynamic environment with a focus on ethical standards and effective stakeholder communication.

A growing accountancy practice in Brighton is seeking a Newly Qualified Accountant to join their team. Candidates should be ACA or ACCA qualified (or finalist) with experience in an accountancy practice.

The firm are looking for individuals seeking to become Chartered Accountants who are committed to completing training for the internationally recognised. Once initial experience has been gained, provide effective supervision and training to less experienced trainee accountants who are undertaking au

This role is best suited to an academically strong ACA-qualified accountant.

Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA). Qualified Accountant - Commercial role.

Newly Qualified Accountant - First step into industry. Newly Qualified Accountant - First step into industry - Milton Keynes. Are you an Accountant looking to build a career in industry? Are you looking to develop a broad and in-depth skillset across various roles and sectors? If so, this is the per

A growing creative business in Central London is looking for a part qualified accountant to join their dynamic team.