Management Accountant - Temporary to Permanent Harrow - Office Based £190-£200 a day 3 months initial contract - Permanent Responsibilities: Prepare Monthly Management Accounts: Responsible for the timely preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring all deadlines are met, alongside a comprehensive review of monthly forecasts. Prepare Monthly Cost Centre Accounts: Manage and prepare monthly cost centre management accounts, providing detailed variance analysis. Monthly Meetings with Budget Holders: Meet with budget holders each month to review and analyse both pay and non-pay expenditures Review Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Ensure month-end balance sheet reconciliations are reviewed thoroughly. Budget Monitoring and Management System: Maintain and enhance the budget production, monitoring, and management system to support operational and strategic planning. Finance System Management: Manage and update the finance system to ensure accurate financial reporting. Take responsibility for the proper closure of year-end processes and ensure the smooth roll-over into the next financial year. Ensure Statutory Compliance: Ensure all statutory requirements, including VAT, are addressed. Oversee the proper VAT treatment of all income and expenditure, and ensure timely VAT return submissions. Payroll Cost Reconciliation: Reconcile actual monthly pay costs with payroll reports to ensure the accuracy and completeness of management information. Skills You will be a part qualified ACCA or CIMA candidate Strong attention to detail Strong skills on Excel