Management Accounts Technician

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Management Accounting Technician to join Cheshire East Council on an initial 9 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Key Responsibilities * Support the delivery of annual closure of accounts activities * Assist with budget setting and in-year financial monitoring * Prepare and maintain management accounting information and reports * Provide financial support and guidance to service managers * Assist with forecasting, reconciliations, journals, accruals and budget analysis * Support the Finance Business Partner across Place services including Libraries and Housing * Work with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel to produce accurate financial information Essential Requirements * Proven management accounting experience * Experience providing finance support to managers and non-finance stakeholders * Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel * Experience supporting or using financial/accounting systems * Good communication and organisational skills * Ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines in a busy finance environment Location - Crewe (2/3 days per month after initial training). Please apply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you