Interim Management Accountant | £50,000 - £60,000 equivalent (day rate) | Swadlincote Area | Immediate Start until Mid-August
Gleeson are delighted to be working on behalf of a well-established, fast-paced services business near Swadlincote to appoint an Interim Management Accountant for a short-term assignment running until mid-August. This is a key role, supporting the finance team during a busy trading period and offering immediate impact across the month-end cycle and reporting processes.
We're looking for a proactive, hands-on finance professional with strong commercial acumen and a solid technical foundation - someone who can confidently hit the ground running, work collaboratively with stakeholders, and provide high-quality insights from day one.
Assignment Overview of Interim Management Accountant Role:
- Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts with commentary on financial performance, cash position, and key metrics.
- Completing reconciliations and supporting month-end close, including preparation of working papers and variance analysis.
- Managing intercompany postings and overseeing P&L activity for various entities within the group.
- Assisting with FX revaluations and financial reporting around revenue, margins, and trading performance.
- Working closely with internal teams to ensure accurate billing and receivables, particularly around partner channels.
- Supporting department heads with clear, easy-to-understand reporting packs to help drive accountability and performance.
- Contributing to audit readiness and assisting with any ad hoc financial reporting needs during the assignment.
- Acting as a point of support for junior finance staff and reviewing their outputs when required.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) ideally.
- Demonstrable experience in a similar role within a fast-paced, dynamic business environment.
- Strong Excel skills and confident working with large sets of data.
- A self-starter attitude with excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
- Previous experience in a private equity or multi-entity business would be advantageous but not essential.
- Ideally available to start within the next 2 weeks - immediately available candidates are preferred due to the urgent nature of the role.
The Offer:
- Day rate equivalent to £50,000 - £60,000 salary, depending on experience
- Interim assignment until mid-August (paid via Umbrella)
- Hybrid working and flexible hours (3 days in office, 2 days from home)
- Chance to make a real difference in a collaborative finance team
Please don't hesitate to apply if you live within a reasonable commute to the wider Swadlincote area, are a fully qualified accountant, and are able to commit fully to the assignment until mid-to-late August! We look forward to hearing from you.
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