Management Accountant

  • Hays Accounts and Finance
  • Shrewsbury, Shropshire
  • Apr 30, 2026
Seasonal Accounting

Job Description

Your new company

A well-established organisation operating within a commercial environment is looking to appoint a Management Accountant to support its finance function for 4 weeks. This role sits within a collaborative finance team and reports directly to the Financial Controller. The business offers a hands-on environment with exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities.

Your new role

As Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the Financial Controller with day-to-day finance operations and month-end processes.Your responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing management accounts
  • Stock reporting
  • Stock reconciliation
  • Balance sheet and bank reconciliations
  • Supporting VAT including EU and non-EU transactions, VAT Returns
  • Importing knowledge, including import paperwork, deferment account, freight invoices and landed costs
  • Maintaining the fixed asset register
  • Assisting with cash flow reporting.
  • Ordering stationery when required
  • You will also act as a point of contact for the finance team and provide cover across purchase and sales ledger activities when required.


What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role

  • Have previous experience in a hands-on accounting position and strong Excel skills, with the ability to handle large volumes of data.
  • Good working knowledge of SAP B1
  • You will be a motivated self-starter, comfortable working with minimal supervision, and confident suggesting improvements to processes.
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good communication skills
  • The ability to meet month-end deadlines is essential.



What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive the opportunity to develop your accounting experience within a supportive finance team, gaining exposure to a wide range of financial processes. The role offers long-term career development, varied responsibilities, and the chance to contribute to continuous improvement within the finance function.


What you need to do now

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