Junior Management Accountant

Job Description

Be all you can be with Hamberley

We have an exciting opportunity for a individual with an experienced Junior Management Accountant to join our finance team at Hamberley Care Homes.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled finance professional who thrives on leading teams, driving financial excellence, and promoting continuous improvement within a values-driven organisation.

In this role, the Senior Management Accountant will support with offering scope for growth and flexibility as the business continues to evolve.

We offer:

• Competitive annual salary.
• Access high street discounts and money saving tips via our mobile friendly benefits platform
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Workplace pension.
• Employee Assistance Service
• Opportunities to learn more and move up in your career.
• Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral*
• The office is close to a train station and has onsite parking allocated for this role.

What you’ll be doing:

At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’.

Some of the things you'll do in the role include:

• Assisting with month-end financial reporting and accounting tasks
• Responsible for the accurate recording of revenue and cost of sales, posting of month-end journals, Preparation of the monthly accounts for review
• Training of new staff within the finance team, reviewing draft reports and Accounts Payable submissions, general processes, ensuring all payments go out on time and successfully, and there is adequate funding for all outgoing payments
• Assisting in analysing company’s financial performance and providing insightful commentary
• Assisting in the preparation of reports for management and other stakeholders
• Overseeing monthly Direct Debit collections and supporting the Accounts Receivable department on monthly billing, credit control and resident refunds
• Assist in the preparation and reconciliation of the VAT accounts for all entities
• Supporting the care homes with any finance related duties when instructed, working with business administration when required
• Balance sheet reconciliations – own and manage selected general ledger reconciliations. Reconciling and understanding the numbers behind the results, and resolving reconciling items on a monthly basis. Highlight any risks or opportunities as they arise.

Could you be part of our team?

About You:

• Qualified or part qualified - ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification, or qualified by experience
• Proven experience in a similar role, or a strong candidate making a first move from practice. - Including extensive experience in month-end processes, including demonstratable experience in management accounting and financial reporting
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and self-management skills.
• Have proficiency in using financial systems such as Xero or similar accounting software
• A flexible, pro-active and willing approach and be comfortable working within a team.
• An innovative and inquisitive mind to challenge and improve existing and new process and controls.
• Are a self-starter with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• You'll be well organised, and able to prioritise work based on urgency.
• Possess a strong understanding of financial and accounting principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• An innovative and inquisitive mind to challenge and improve existing and new process and controls

If this sounds like you and you’re looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you.

About Hamberley:

At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. We respect and value our residents and each other. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!