Management Accountant - #2162371

Your new company
You will be joining a leading insurance business based in London, working within an established and collaborative finance function. The organisation offers a fast-paced, professional environment and is looking for an experienced Management Accountant to provide additional support to the team on a temporary basis. The role offers hybrid working, giving you flexibility between home and the London office.
Your new role
As a Temporary Management Accountant, you will support the wider finance team with the preparation of monthly management accounts, month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and prepayments. You will assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis, while providing clear financial information to key stakeholders across the business. This is a hands-on role requiring someone who can quickly get up to speed and add value within a busy insurance finance environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and reporting packs.
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and post journals, accruals and prepayments.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Provide clear commentary on financial performance and key variances.
• Work closely with stakeholders across the business to provide financial information and support.
• Assist with audit queries and ensure financial controls are maintained.
• Support the wider finance team with ad hoc reporting and analysis.
• Identify opportunities to improve and streamline existing finance processes.

What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Previous experience working as a Management Accountant, ideally within the insurance or financial services sector
• Strong experience across month-end reporting, reconciliations, accruals and prepayments
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
• Part-qualified status, or equivalent experience
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• The ability to hit the ground running within a fast-paced finance environment
• Immediate or short-notice availability for a temporary assignment

What you'll get in return
A competitive hourly rate of £20-£25/hour
Flexible, part-time working with hybrid options
A fast interview process and ASAP start, with potential opportunities beyond the initial contract

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