We have a fantastic opportunity for a Divisional Management Accountant to join our clients team based in the Preston area. This is initially a 3-month full time contract, with a possibility of becoming permanent. This role will require you to be office based 3 days a week. Working hours are based on 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday.When permanent this would be a salary of 35K-40K per year depending on experience. The purpose of the role You will be responsible for the divisional overhead’s month end close You will also be supporting the Divisional Finance Manager in the consolidation of the divisional contract results and cashflow management of the division The standard You will be responsible for: The Overheads cost base of circa £8m Overheads month-end close P&L and Balance sheet reporting including variance analysis Balance sheet reconciliations for divisional and Joint Venture contracts Supporting the preparation of the MD pack for CEO review Supporting in of the divisional forecasting process (Budgets, RF1, RF2, Strategic Plan) Preparation of the overheads cashflow Preparation of divisional cashflow to be presented to the Divisional FD Pro-active cash receipt management including weekly board updates on latest cash forecast, risks & opportunities Oversight of divisional administration and compliance including divisional balance sheet reconciliations & IFRS15 reporting Preparing and issuing the monthly recharges to our respective Joint Venture partners. Requirements Part /Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPS, SUMIFS, Pivot tables) Experience in using SAP is highly desirable Excellent communication skills Organised and meticulous Stakeholder management experience Experience in a similar role