Assistant Management Accountant - FTC

Assistant Management Accountant, 6 months FTC, Luton, to GBP40,000 per annum We are supporting a UK–based organisation with the recruitment of an Assistant Management Accountant on a fixed–term contract. The role will sit within a UK Shared Services function and will support core accounting and month–end activities during a period of increased workload and business support requirements. This assignment is well suited to a hands–on accountant who can quickly embed into an established R2R environment and deliver reliable outputs from day one. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and post accounting journals for the UK business, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness Take ownership of journals relating to accruals, prepayments, and deferred income Operate with a strong control and quality mindset Complete balance sheet reconciliations in line with agreed deadlines and standards Produce reconciliations and supporting documentation for audit and control purposes Investigate and resolve reconciling items and variances Support broader accounting and month–end close activities as required Candidate Profile: Proven experience in a Record to Report, General Ledger, or Financial Accounting role Confident preparing journals and performing balance sheet reconciliations Comfortable working in a structured, deadline–driven finance environment Strong attention to detail with a proactive, delivery–focused approach Able to operate autonomously and quickly adapt to new systems and processes ERP experience is desirable (Oracle or similar) Contract Details FTC: Typically, 6 months Flexible working – hybrid may be available subject to business requirements