The role involves managing budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting to support informed decision-making across the business. You'll analyse performance data and provide clear, actionable insights to help improve profitability within a fast-paced, commercially driven environment.

Client Details

A British luxury fashion brand known for its modern, refined aesthetic and strong focus on craftsmanship. It offers ready-to-wear collections and accessories, combining clean tailoring with a contemporary edge, and has built a global presence with a loyal, style-conscious customer base.

Description

The key responsibilities of this Management Accountant Temp role will be:

• Own the full preparation of the monthly management accounts pack, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
• Lead the month-end close process, including posting journals, accruals, prepayments, and cost reallocations
• Produce detailed P&L and balance sheet reports, with full ownership of balance sheet reconciliations
• Deliver insightful variance analysis against budget and forecast, identifying key trends and drivers
• Partner with budget holders to review performance and challenge costs where appropriate
• Take ownership of budgeting and reforecasting cycles, working closely with senior stakeholders
• Produce cash flow reporting and support working capital management
• Drive continuous improvement of reporting processes and financial controls
• Support ad hoc commercial analysis and strategic projects

Profile

The successful Management Accountant Temp will have:

• Part-qualified is recognised accountancy qualificaion (ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience producing full management accounts independently
• Strong Excel skills and high attention to detail
• Confident communicator, able to partner with non-finance stakeholders
• Experience within retail, fashion, or consumer-led businesses is desirable
• Immediately available or on short notice

Job Offer

The successful Management Accountant Temp will receive:

• Competitive day rate of £200-£250, depending on experience
• Hybrid working model, with flexibility around office and home working
• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
• Opportunity to take full ownership of the management accounts process in a high-profile, creative London business
• Exposure to senior stakeholders across multiple commercial functions
• Fast-paced, collaborative environment with the chance to make an immediate impact
• Potential for contract extension/permanent conversion depending on business needs