Management Accountant

Your new companyEstablished over forty years ago as a small family business, our client has since become a highly recognised company in their specialist service sector. Over the last decade they have demonstrated a strong commitment to growth, boasting more than 300 locations across six brands and employing over 2,000 staff. Highly strategic, they are still on a good growth trajectory.Your new roleThe Management Accountant, reporting to the Finance Director, will oversee the day-to-day financial management of the business. This role involves providing guidance on all financial aspects within the business, including comprehensive financial analysis for business planning and performance assessment. Responsibilities include:

• Analyse financial information to support business profitability and growth.
• Provide accurate management reporting for key decision-making.
• Handle month-end and year-end journals.
• Prepare monthly management accounts.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Contribute to annual budgeting and planning.
• Produce financial statements including P&L accounts, cash flow and variance analysis
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.

What you'll need to succeed

The ideal candidate should possess an accounting qualification (such as CIMA, ACA, or ACCA) or relevant experience. Additionally, they should have technical accounting skills, familiarity with finance systems, and a thorough understanding of management information systems. Exceptional interpersonal skills are crucial, enabling successful communication with individuals at all levels, both financial and non-financial. Furthermore, the candidate should be highly competent and demonstrate solid commercial acumen, along with a strong knowledge of Excel and, ideally, Dynamics 365. A collaborative nature and a positive approach are also essential.What you'll get in returnAlongside the rewarding nature of the opportunity, the company offers benefits including 23 days' holiday + statutory days and the opportunity to buy and sell holidays, Life Assurance + free parking. This position is a full-time office-based role, due to the partnering, collaborative element.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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