Interim Management Accountant

**Interim Management Accountant | Immediate Start | Crawley | SME Environment | Hands-On Role**Location:** Crawley, West Sussex (Office-based/Hybrid depending on business needs)

Duration:** Interim Contract (potential for permanent)
Start Date:** Immediate

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced **Interim Management Accountant** to join a growing SME based in Crawley. This is a hands-on role requiring an individual who can quickly integrate into the business, take ownership of the finance function, and add value from day one.

The successful candidate will be a proactive finance professional with strong SME experience, capable of working independently, identifying priorities, and delivering accurate financial information in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting commentary
* Balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close activities
* Cash flow forecasting and working capital management
* Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
* Production of KPI reporting and financial performance analysis
* Supporting senior management with financial insights and decision-making
* Reviewing and improving existing financial processes and controls
* Assisting with year-end audit preparation where required
* Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards
* Providing hands-on support across the wider finance function as required

Candidate Requirements

* Qualified or Part-Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
* Proven experience as a Management Accountant within an SME environment
* Ability to hit the ground running with minimal supervision
* Strong month-end and management reporting experience
* Hands-on approach with a willingness to support operational finance activities
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively across the business
* Strong Excel skills and experience with finance systems
* Self-motivated with the ability to work off own initiative and manage competing priorities

What's on Offer

* Immediate start available
* Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a dynamic SME
* Autonomous role with exposure to senior stakeholders
* Competitive daily rate / salary dependent on experience

If you are an experienced Management Accountant available at short notice and looking for your next interim assignment, we would be keen to hear from you.