Senior Management Accountant - 6 month contract
| Posting date: | 22 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £50,000.0 to £55,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £50,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 January 2026 |
| Location: | Cardiff, Cardiff, cf35wl |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 4757124_1766410457 |
Summary
Your new company
We are partnering with a well-established organisation seeking a skilled Senior Management Accountant to strengthen their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on month-end close, P&L analysis, and financial controls within a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Your new role
As Senior Management Accountant, you will be responsible for:
- Month-end reporting, including P&L analysis, variance analysis (MoM, YoY, vs budget/forecast), and commentary for senior stakeholders.
- Managing intercompany reconciliations, elimination journals, and supporting group audits.
- Approving intercompany invoices, checking VAT compliance, and reconciling to budget schedules.
- Maintaining the fixed asset register, posting depreciation, and preparing lead schedules.
- Accounting for leases under IFRS16 and preparing loan agreements with accurate interest and FX calculations.
- Liaising with Finance Assistants, coaching junior team members, and ensuring accurate transaction processing.
- Driving improvements in financial processes, controls, and reporting accuracy.
What you'll need to succeed
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent with strong experience in management accounting and financial reporting.
- Proven expertise in transaction processing, reconciliations, and intercompany accounting.
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis) and proficiency in MS Office.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary up to £50,000 per annum.
- Company pension scheme.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with options to buy additional days).
- Enhanced family leave and sick pay policies.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme and corporate discounts.
- Flexible benefits platform including healthcare, cycle-to-work, and more.
What you need to do now
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