Interim Management Accountant

at  Tier1 Asset Management

Job Title: Interim Management Accountant (3 month FTC)
Location: Full-time from the office in Whitefield, Manchester (part time may be considered)
Day Rate: £275 - £350 dependant on experience
Reporting to: Group Financial Controller
About Us
We are a high growth fast paced leading end-of-life IT Asset Management business dedicated to managing all aspects of technology and data securely and sustainably. We guarantee client data security to the highest Government standards, emphasising re-use and revenue generation. Our services range from organisation-wide desktop refreshes and data centre to Cloud migrations to BAU disposal requirements, ensuring complete compliance with GDPR and WEEE legislation. We are honoured to have received the distinguished King’s Award for Enterprise: Promoting Opportunity 2024. This esteemed recognition celebrates our innovative prison recycling program which has not only significantly contributed to environmental sustainability but has also facilitated the successful reintegration of prisoners into society.
Our Mission
We are committed to delivering social value through end-of-life IT, providing second chances for both equipment and people within our business and community. Being part of our team means contributing to meaningful change from our prison workshop initiatives to continual service improvements.
Role Overview

As an Interim Management Accountant, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and developing the financial processes within our business. You will be responsible for preparing monthly management accounts, analysing profit and loss statements, and providing insightful business performance reporting. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a high-growth, fast-changing environment. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Preparation of Monthly Management Accounts: You will be responsible for preparing accurate and timely monthly management accounts, ensuring that financial data is correctly recorded and reported, providing a clear picture of the company’s financial health.
• Monthly P&L Analysis: Conduct detailed profit and loss analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement. Your insights will help guide strategic decisions and improve business performance.
• Weekly Cash Flow Forecast: Develop and maintain weekly cash flow forecasts to ensure the company’s liquidity is managed effectively. This will involve close monitoring of cash inflows and outflows, projecting future cash needs.
• Business Performance Reporting: Prepare and present comprehensive reports on business performance to key stakeholders, including financial analysis and metrics that drive business decisions and strategy.
• Commission Calculations: Accurately calculate and process commission payments, ensuring that all payments are made in accordance with the company’s compensation structure and timelines.
• Complete VAT Returns: Ensure that VAT returns are completed accurately and submitted on time, complying with all relevant tax regulations and minimising any risk of penalties.
• Assist with the Annual Audit: Support the annual audit process by preparing necessary documentation, reconciling accounts, and addressing auditor queries, ensuring a smooth and efficient audit.
• Assist Junior Members of the Team: Provide guidance and support to junior finance team members, helping them develop their skills and ensuring they contribute effectively to the team’s objectives.
• Interpreting and Communicating Financial Data to Non-Financial Managers: Translate complex financial information into clear and concise reports that can be easily understood by non-financial managers, aiding them in making informed decisions.
• Assist in the Development of Flash Reporting: Help in creating and refining flash reports that provide quick snapshots of financial performance, allowing for timely business interventions and adjustments.
• Assist in Ad-hoc Projects: Participate in various ad-hoc projects, such as the development and improvement of finance business processes, ensuring that the finance function remains aligned with overall business objectives.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Customer Service Support who is passionate about providing excellent service and resolving customer issues efficiently. The ideal candidate will have:

• Qualified Accountant: ACA - You must be a fully qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA) with a strong foundation in accounting principles and practices, demonstrating expertise in financial reporting and analysis.
• High Attention to Detail, Completeness, and Reconciliation of Information: A meticulous approach to work is essential, with an emphasis on ensuring all financial data is accurate, complete, and fully reconciled, reducing the risk of errors in financial reporting.
• Financially Numerate with Strong Excel Skills: Proficiency in Excel is crucial for managing financial data, creating models, and performing complex analyses that support business decision-making.
• Ability to Work Effectively within a High Growth, Fast-Changing Business: Experience in dynamic and fast-paced environments is necessary, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Great Team Working Skills, with the Ability to Support Others in the Team as Needed: You should be a strong team player, capable of collaborating with colleagues across departments and providing support to ensure team goals are achieved.
• Dynamic and Comfortable Managing Various Tasks at Once: The ability to multitask and manage a diverse workload efficiently is essential in this role, especially within a rapidly evolving business environment.
• Keen to Join a Collaborative Culture that is 100% Office-Based: A commitment to being part of an office-based, collaborative team culture is important, contributing positively to the team dynamic and company goals.

Joining our team means becoming part of a company that values financial precision and strategic business insights. You will have the opportunity to make a real impact on our financial processes and contribute to our continued growth and success. You will be a detail-oriented professional with a passion for finance and a commitment to excellence.

• Preparation of Monthly Management Accounts: You will be responsible for preparing accurate and timely monthly management accounts, ensuring that financial data is correctly recorded and reported, providing a clear picture of the company’s financial health.
• Monthly P&L Analysis: Conduct detailed profit and loss analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement. Your insights will help guide strategic decisions and improve business performance.
• Weekly Cash Flow Forecast: Develop and maintain weekly cash flow forecasts to ensure the company’s liquidity is managed effectively. This will involve close monitoring of cash inflows and outflows, projecting future cash needs.
• Business Performance Reporting: Prepare and present comprehensive reports on business performance to key stakeholders, including financial analysis and metrics that drive business decisions and strategy.
• Commission Calculations: Accurately calculate and process commission payments, ensuring that all payments are made in accordance with the company’s compensation structure and timelines.
• Complete VAT Returns: Ensure that VAT returns are completed accurately and submitted on time, complying with all relevant tax regulations and minimising any risk of penalties.
• Assist with the Annual Audit: Support the annual audit process by preparing necessary documentation, reconciling accounts, and addressing auditor queries, ensuring a smooth and efficient audit.
• Assist Junior Members of the Team: Provide guidance and support to junior finance team members, helping them develop their skills and ensuring they contribute effectively to the team’s objectives.
• Interpreting and Communicating Financial Data to Non-Financial Managers: Translate complex financial information into clear and concise reports that can be easily understood by non-financial managers, aiding them in making informed decisions.
• Assist in the Development of Flash Reporting: Help in creating and refining flash reports that provide quick snapshots of financial performance, allowing for timely business interventions and adjustments.
• Assist in Ad-hoc Projects: Participate in various ad-hoc projects, such as the development and improvement of finance business processes, ensuring that the finance function remains aligned with overall business objectives