Interim Management Accountant

Interim Management Accountant

3-6 month assignment | On-site

c£350 per day DOE

We are delighted to be working with a PE-backed industrials group to support their search for an experienced Interim Management Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L reporting with budget, prior month, and prior year comparisons.
• Track rental income, margins, maintenance costs, overheads, and financing charges using appropriate revenue recognition policies.
• Produce Board and SLT reporting packs with agreed KPIs and performance analysis.
• Deliver monthly sales reporting by salesperson, customer, and product group.
• Report on asset performance, including yields, ROI, and category‑level profitability.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities.
• Manage VAT registration and returns in line with UK tax requirements.
• Assist with annual audit processes and statutory accounts preparation.
• Oversee Sales Ledger (credit control) and Purchase Ledger (accounts payable).
• Collaborate with Sales and Operations teams across the wider business.

Desired Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified or part‑qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with relevant experience.
• Proven background in management accounting or a similar analytical finance role.
• Experience in Private Equity or rental, asset‑based, environments is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of UK tax regulations, including VAT and HMRC compliance.
• Experience supporting external audits and preparing statutory accounts.