Management Accountant

Temporary Management Accountant

Cardiff – Hybrid Working

8–12 Week Assignment

£21.63–£26.44 per hour DOE + Holiday Pay

Môrwell Talent Solutions are delighted to be working with an established business based just outside Central Cardiff who are looking to appoint an experienced Management Accountant on a temporary basis for an initial 8–12 week assignment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Management Accountant or senior finance professional to join the business during an exciting period of change, providing additional support to the Financial Controller whilst taking ownership of a number of key finance and systems projects.

This is not simply a month-end role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a real impact, improve existing processes and take ownership of projects that will leave a lasting benefit to the business.

About the Role

The business has recently been acquired and is currently being incorporated into a larger organisation. At the same time, the Financial Controller is heavily involved in the company's year-end audit, creating a need for an experienced finance professional who can come in, quickly understand what is required and hit the ground running.

Working closely with the Financial Controller, your responsibilities will include:

Taking ownership of the existing expenses management system and ensuring it is being utilised correctly

Reviewing current expenses processes and identifying opportunities for improvement

Leading the transition of payroll from an outsourced provider to an in-house function

Researching and advising on suitable payroll systems

Supporting the implementation of a new payroll system and associated processes

Working closely with the Financial Controller on wider finance projects

Preparing monthly management accounts

P&L preparation, analysis and reporting

Completing balance sheet reconciliations

Supporting budgeting and forecasting activity

Supporting the Financial Controller with year-end audit requirements

Reviewing and improving finance processes, systems and controls

Providing additional support across the finance function as required

About You

We're looking for an experienced finance professional who is confident working independently and can quickly get up to speed within a new environment.

The Financial Controller will be on hand to provide support, but realistically, we're looking for someone who can take ownership, use their initiative and get stuck in from day one.

Ideally, you will have:

Previous experience working as a Management / Project Accountant or in a similar senior finance role

ACCA or CIMA qualification, although QBE candidates with strong relevant experience will absolutely be considered

Strong month-end management accounting experience

Excellent knowledge of P&L and balance sheet reporting

Experience of balance sheet reconciliations

Previous experience implementing, improving or introducing finance systems and processes

Experience of implementing or improving an expenses management system

Previous experience bringing payroll in-house would be highly advantageous

Experience researching and implementing payroll systems would be particularly beneficial

Previous payroll knowledge

Experience working with a variety of ERP/finance systems

Strong Excel skills

Excellent attention to detail

A proactive, hands-on approach

The ability to work independently and take ownership of projects

Strong communication skills and the confidence to work closely with senior stakeholders

Previous experience within the construction sector is advantageous but not essential. Experience working with stock would also be beneficial.

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to join a business at an interesting point in its development…