Management Accountant

  • Extension Recruitment
  • Gateshead, Tyne And Wear
  • Jun 15, 2026
Contractor Accounting

Job Description

Management Accountant

3 -6 Month (Minimum) Contract

Gateshead

42,000 - £55,000 (pro rata)

We are working with a well-established international organisation with a strong presence in the Northeast, seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join their finance team on an initial 3-6 month contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a dynamic, commercially focused environment, supporting key financial processes and delivering high-quality insights to stakeholders.

The Role

  • Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will take ownership of core management accounting activities, including:
  • Production of monthly management accounts with commentary
  • Variance analysis and performance reporting
  • Budgeting and forecasting support
  • Business partnering with operational stakeholders
  • Balance sheet reconciliations and ledger reviews
  • Supporting continuous improvement across finance processes and systems

About You

  • We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional who can hit the ground running:
  • Qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or qualified by experience
  • Strong experience in management accounting within a commercial environment
  • Advanced Excel skills (essential)
  • Experience with reporting tools such as Power BI (highly desirable)
  • Exposure to ERP systems (experience with niche/less common systems beneficial)
  • Ability to work independently and communicate effectively across departments

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary circa £42k-£55k (pro rata)
  • Hybrid working environment (3 days in the office / 2 days working from home)
  • Immediate start available
  • Opportunity to gain exposure within a large, fast-paced organisation

If you're an experienced Management Accountant available at short notice and looking for your next contract role in the Gateshead area, we'd love to hear from you.