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Management Accountant - FTC

Absolute Recruit
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Hertford, Hertfordshire SG13 7YH, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An established business in Hertford is seeking a Management Accountant for a 9-month contract with a salary of £40,000 to £50,000 per year.
  • The role involves preparing monthly management accounts, conducting reconciliations, and supporting the year-end close process.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in management accounting and a strong understanding of month-end processes and variance analysis.
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong communication abilities are essential, along with a proactive and analytical mindset.
  • This position offers the opportunity to work closely with the Finance Director and contribute to process improvements and strategic business decisions.
An established and forward-thinking business based in Hertford is seeking a highly motivated Management Accountant on a 9 month contract to join its finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to take ownership of month-end reporting, contribute to process improvement, and support strategic business decisions.You’ll be working closely with the Finance Director and wider finance team to produce accurate and insightful management accounts, support audits, and assist in ongoing analysis activities. The company offers a collaborative working environment with impressive offices in a convenient location. Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare monthly management accounts for the business, including P&L, balance sheet, and variance analysis against budget and prior periods
  • Conduct reconciliations and provide commentary to support internal stakeholders
  • Support the year-end close process and liaise with external auditors
  • Review purchase and sales ledger activity and assist in preparing VAT returns
  • Handle internal and external finance-related queries in a professional and timely manner
  • Assist in managing stock levels and ensure finance processes align with operational needs
  • Maintain and improve process documentation and financial controls
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members as required
  • Participate in internal and external audits, preparing necessary reconciliations and reports
  • Engage in finance-related projects aimed at improving efficiency and business performance
Skills & Experience Required
  • Proven experience in a management accounting or similar finance role
  • Strong understanding of month-end processes, reconciliations, and variance analysis
  • Comfortable liaising with auditors and preparing year-end accounts
  • Advanced Excel skills, including data manipulation and reporting
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across departments
  • High attention to detail, with a proactive and analytical mindset
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines
Key Competencies
  • Commercial awareness and analytical thinking
  • Strong numerical ability and investigative approach
  • Proactive, adaptable, and solution-focused
  • Confident communicator with a collaborative approach
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.