My client is a fast-growing retail service provider based in the Cheadle area. They are seeking a 9-month fixed-term position providing maternity cover within the Finance and Operations department. The Management Accountant will take hands-on ownership of the monthly management accounts process and the finance activities required to produce accurate, timely and well-controlled financial information. The role also owns routine customer invoicing and proformas, customer payment receipting and allocation, and the administration and financial control of stock ordering and deliveries. Working closely with the Head of Finance and Operations, the postholder will support agreed system and process changes and make practical suggestions where opportunities are identified. This role is looking for someone who is able to start immediately. Duties of the role will include; Prepare complete monthly management accounts and supporting schedules to the agreed timetable Complete month-end journals, accruals, prepayments, revenue cut-off, balance-sheet reconciliations and variance analysis Own routine customer invoicing and proformas, customer payment receipting and allocation, recurring payments and key payment reconciliations Administer stock ordering and deliveries, including approved ordering, supplier coordination, stocktakes, reconciliation and valuation Prepare supplier payments, verify invoices and expenses, and maintain accurate financial records and audit trails Assist the Head ..... full job details .....