Interim Management Accountant - Fife

We are supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Glenrothes with the appointment of an Interim Management Accountant to provide immediate cover and hands-on support to the Financial Controller.

This is a practical, delivery-focused interim role suited to someone who can step in quickly, take ownership of month-end, and provide clear financial insight to the wider business.

Key Responsibilities

Month End & Reporting

• Take ownership of the monthly management accounts, including timely close, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
• Deliver clear variance analysis against budget and forecast, highlighting risks and opportunities
• Produce accurate and concise management reporting for senior stakeholders

Business Partnering & Support

• Provide day-to-day financial support to operational and non-finance managers
• Act as a trusted sounding board for the Financial Controller during the interim period
• Support ad hoc analysis, reporting requests and audit queries as required

Controls & Performance

• Maintain balance sheet integrity and ensure key controls are adhered to
• Monitor costs and support performance tracking across the business
• Assist with KPI reporting and operational performance insight

Systems & Process

• Work confidently within existing ERP and reporting systems
• Identify quick-win process or reporting improvements where appropriate
• Support continuity within the finance function during the interim period

Skills & Experience Required

• Qualified accountant
• Strong, recent experience in a hands-on management accounting role
• Confident running month-end with minimal supervision
• Strong Excel skills and ability to work quickly with existing models and reports
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, on-site environment
• Proactive, practical and delivery-focused mindset

Reporting Line

• Reporting directly to the Financial Controller

• Working closely with operational and senior management teams

If this role is of interest to you, please reach reach out to Andrea at W&A on andrea@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk for a private and confidential discussion.