Assistant Management Accountant

We’re looking for a proactive finance professional to support a busy month-end and reporting function during a key period of operational activity. This is a hands-on role suited to someone confident with management accounts, analysis and core financial controls, with the ability to slot quickly into an established team. Its a 6 month contract based in South West London with a good opportunity for extension/permanent work. Responsibilities • Monthly management accounts - Assisting with accruals, prepayments, journals and variance analysis. • Financial reporting - Supporting the production of P&L, balance sheet and cash-flow reports. • Data analysis - Reviewing financial data to identify trends, discrepancies and actionable insights for senior management. • Budgeting & forecasting - Collaborating with internal teams to gather inputs and support planning cycles. • Control account reconciliations - Ensure key accounts are accurate, investigated and resolved promptly. • Invoice & expense accuracy - Maintain clear, accurate records of invoices, payments and expenses. • Audit preparation - Prepare schedules and liaise with external auditors as required. • Process improvement - Work with the finance team to streamline workflows and strengthen controls. Requirements • Strong grounding in management accounting and month-end processes. • Confident with Excel and modern finance systems. • Detail-driven, organised and comfortable working to tight deadlines. • Able to communicate clearly with finance and non-finance stakeholders. • Someone who can hit the ground running in a contract environment.