Interim Management Accountant

Interim Management AccountantNorthamptonshire Up to £350 per day 6-Month Contract A growing manufacturing business in Northamptonshire is seeking an experienced Interim Management Accountant to join the finance team during a busy period of growth and change. This is a hands-on role that will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of the finance function, with a particular focus on month-end reporting, budgeting and forecasting. Working closely with senior finance leadership, you'll provide meaningful financial insight to support business decision-making while helping to maintain a robust and efficient reporting process. If you're a proactive accountant who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and adding value from day one, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities • Ownership of the month-end management accounts process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. • Preparation and analysis of monthly management accounts and associated commentary. • Lead budgeting and forecasting activities, working closely with operational stakeholders. • Monitor business performance against budget and provide variance analysis. • Support cashflow forecasting and financial planning activities. • Review balance sheet reconciliations and maintain strong financial controls. • Provide financial insight and reporting to support key business decisions. • Assist with process improvements and drive efficiencies across the finance function. • Business partner with departmental managers to challenge and support performance. • Support the wider finance team with ad hoc projects and reporting requirements. About You • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience with strong relevant experience. • Previous experience within a Management Accountant role in a manufacturing or operational environment. • Strong budgeting, forecasting and management reporting experience. • Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability. • Able to work independently and quickly establish credibility with stakeholders. • Hands-on, proactive and comfortable working to tight deadlines.