Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Management Accountant
Management Accountant at Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited, based in Bath, South West England, paying £45,000 - £50,000 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Bath, South West England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Accountant
- Immediate start
Bang in line with the market for accountant
Reference 57486868
About the role
Your new company
A fast-paced, international business in Bath is looking for a Management Accountant on a 12 month fixed term contract to start ASAP.
Your new role
Reporting to a Senior Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in improving the month-end process and delivering accurate, timely financial reporting. The role will include:
- Ensure all month-end journals required for the monthly management accounts are posted accurately and within agreed timelines.
- Ownership of balance sheets, including accruals and prepayment schedules for their respective areas.
- Liaise with the business/ Commercial Finance to ensure that all revenue and costs are recorded accurately, in line with accounting standards and Future's accounting policies.
- Ad-hoc reporting and analysis to aid in the review of management accounts.
- Answering queries from both the business and wider finance teams as required.
- Create accurate ad hoc journals as required.
- Ensure all tasks and processes are carried out in line with the company control and governance framework.
What you'll need to succeed
We are looking for a proven Management Accountant that is immediately available or available on short notice. Ideally we are looking for:
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
- Strong management accounting experience
- Solid experience of month-end close and financial reporting
- Strong technical accounting knowledge
- A process-improvement mindset
- Ideally, experience using AI or automation tools within finance to improve efficiency and accuracy
What you'll get in return
The role offers hybrid working in Central Bath. The role is a 12-month Fixed Term contract and is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced business, embracing technology and make a meaningful impact.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Reference: 57486868 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 4 Dec 2026 · Listed via Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
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