Interim Management Accountant

Interim Management Accountant job in Devon

Interim Management Accountant - ManufacturingLocation: Plymouth
Start Date: Early-Mid March 2026
Duration: Minimum 6 months - Hybrid working available
Day Rate: Up to £250 per day
Qualification: Qualified, Part-Qualified, or QBE
About the RoleHays are partnering with a leading floor manufacturing business based in Plymouth, who are seeking an experienced Interim Management Accountant to support their finance function during a period of backlog and delayed month end reporting.
You will take full ownership of the month end process within Sage 200, provide hands-on technical accounting support, and deliver accurate, timely management accounts. This role requires someone who can stabilise processes quickly, bring structure to reporting, and work confidently within a manufacturing environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Management Accountant who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact.
Key ResponsibilitiesMonth End Accounting & Reporting

Lead and execute the full month end close process within Sage 200

Produce accurate and timely management accounts including P&L, balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis

Prepare and review accruals, prepayments, journals and adjustments

Reconcile stock, WIP, and manufacturing variances in line with best practice

Investigate and resolve discrepancies or outstanding ledger issues

Systems & Process Improvement

Work hands-on within Sage 200 to ensure data integrity and smooth month end closure

Identify weaknesses or gaps in current processes and implement practical improvements

Strengthen financial controls, documentation and month end procedures

Support the finance team in catching up on delayed reporting cycles

Business Support & Collaboration

Partner with production, operations, and wider finance colleagues to improve data flow

Provide insight and recommendations to senior management

Support cost control, stock management and manufacturing performance analysis

About YouWe are looking for a Management Accountant with the experience, confidence, and pace to take control of a time-sensitive month end environment.
Essential Experience

Background as a Management Accountant, Assistant Finance Manager or similar

Part-qualified, fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), or QBE with strong experience

Hands-on experience with Sage 200, particularly month end procedures

Manufacturing sector experience

Strong understanding of stock, WIP and cost of manufacture accounting

Personal Qualities

Highly organised, able to prioritise quickly and effectively

Proactive, solutions-focused, and confident in improving processes

Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, time-pressured environment

Immediately available or able to start in early March

How to ApplyIf you are an experienced Management Accountant with strong Sage 200 and manufacturing expertise and are available for an immediate or March start, we would love to hear from you. #