Group Management Accountant (Fixed Term Contract – 12 Months)

Salary: Up to £55,000
Location: Liverpool, 1 day work from home
Job Type: 12 month fixed-term contract, potential to go permanent
Role Overview
This role sits within a centralised management accounting function that supports operational and strategic decision-making through high-quality reporting, analysis, and financial insight. Working as part of a supportive team, you will collaborate with colleagues at multiple levels across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Management Accounting
*Prepare monthly management accounting journals, reports, and supporting analysis.
*Support quarterly forecasting and annual budget cycles through journal preparation and analytical support.
*Partner with internal stakeholders to help them understand and manage their financial performance.
*Produce clear financial analysis, trend reporting, and exceptions reporting to support operational and strategic decisions.
*Develop and improve the efficiency, clarity, and quality of management information used across the business.
*Undertake additional duties appropriate to the role as required.
Project Support
*Contribute to ongoing finance transformation initiatives, including reviewing system changes and supporting user testing.
*Assist with documenting processes to strengthen consistency and improve handovers.
*Play a role in continuous improvement projects, focusing on reporting, system efficiency, and process enhancement.
*Support additional ad hoc projects as needed.
What You’ll Bring
*Strong management accounting experience, ideally supported by a recognised professional qualification (e.g., CIMA).
*Clear, confident communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to varied stakeholders.
*Adaptability and proactivity, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
*Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with experience managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
*Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team structure.
*Solid IT skills; experience with ERP systems or financial software is beneficial but not essential.
*Experience in process mapping or documentation tools is advantageous but not required.
Team & Environment
You will join a central finance team made up of professionals at varying levels of experience—from trainees to highly experienced qualified accountants—offering a supportive and collaborative working environment. The team values continuous development, knowledge sharing, and opportunities for progression as responsibilities evolve over time.
What We Offer
*Competitive salary reflective of experience and qualification status.
*A supportive, development-focused environment where career growth is encouraged.
*Flexible benefits programme.
*Opportunities for hybrid working following an initial onboarding period.
*Access to training, wellbeing support, and further professional development initiatives.
If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity to join an incredible organisation, apply here or contact Liz Chapman at Reed today.