Interim Management Accountant
24 days ago
Bromsgrove
The Interim Management Accountant will play a critical role in supporting the financial operations of a retail business, focusing on accurate reporting and financial analysis. This temporary position, based in Bromgrove, offers a hybrid work environment and an opportunity to contribute to key decision-making processes. Client Details The company operates within the retail industry and is recognised for its commitment to excellence in accounting and finance. As a small-sized organisation, they offer a collaborative environment where professionals can make a tangible impact on business outcomes. Description • Responsible for preparing month-end close activities and producing Management Information reports for review by the Financial Controller., • Conducted detailed cost and profitability analysis for key projects and any highlighted areas requiring investigation., • Completed quarterly royalty reporting packs for approval., • Performed monthly reviews of consignment stock levels and prepared summary reports for Directors and Account Managers., • Delivered month-end reporting for major customer groups and other significant accounts., • Overseeing both accounts payable and receivable functions, including the administration and upkeep of supplier and customer accounts., • Preparing monthly accruals and prepayments to support accurate financial reporting., • Posting and reconciling all company credit card activity., • Completing monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial integrity., • Handling confidential documentation and providing support to the Assistant Management Accountant when required., • Assisting in the credit control cycle by monitoring aged debt, highlighting concerns, and managing key customer accounts directly., • Providing full cover for the Assistant Management Accountant during periods of absence. A successful Interim Management Accountant should have: • A professional qualification or studying towards (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, or ACA)., • Experience in management accounting within the retail industry., • Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills., • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities., • Competitive daily rate between £198 and £242, depending on experience., • Hybrid working model to support work-life balance - 1 day based at home., • Temporary opportunity to gain experience in a retail-focused finance role.