£43,000 - £43,000 GBP yearly
Management Accountant – Responsibilities
* Support senior finance leaders with financial management and operational reporting
* Provide financial advice and insight to budget holders and stakeholders
* Contribute to financial, performance, and productivity objectives
* Assist in improving financial systems, controls, and processes
* Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and variance analysis
* Produce budgets, forecasts, and support business planning
* Compile reporting packs for senior leadership and board review
* Deliver financial reports, presentations, and attend meetings as required
* Provide guidance on financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
* Participate in tender evaluations and financial assessments
* Act as a business partner to promote best practice across the organisation
* Support internal and external audit processes and resolve queries
* Monitor performance, value for money metrics, and benchmarking data
* Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies
* Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting
* Support, train, and help develop team members
* Lead and manage staff, promoting continuous improvement and performance
* Ensure compliance with data protection, company policies, and statutory requirements
* Adhere to health & safety, equality, and risk management standards
Requirements
* Strong experience in financial or management accounting, including budgeting and forecasting
* Ability to analyse complex financial and performance data
* Experience supporting and advising budget holders
* Proficient in financial systems and IT applications
* Good understanding of accounting principles, VAT, and financial controls
* Strong communication, organisational, and time management skills
* Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and adapt to change
* Experience supervising or developing staff
* Qualified or part-qualified accountant (AAT Level 4, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)