Management Accountant

Our client, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented individual to join their team as a Management Accountant to, manage the day-to-day finances of the division, produce monthly management accounts, and provide financial insights to drive efficiency and performance.,

• Oversee divisional finances, including management accounts, budgets, and reporting analysis.
• Prepare accurate and timely management accounts, ensuring all financial information is aligned with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Analyse profit and loss, identify underperformance, and communicate findings to key stakeholders.
• Monitor and analyse financial performance, providing actionable insights to support business decisions.
• Support stakeholders with limited financial knowledge by presenting complex data in an understandable manner.
• Manage budgets and forecasts, collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Challenge and improve financial processes to enhance efficiency across the group.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes, including reconciliations and journal entries.
• Assist with cash flow management, forecasting, and ensuring financial compliance.
• Produce detailed financial reports and presentations for senior management.
• Liaise with external auditors and provide necessary documentation as required.
• Undertake ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as directed by senior leadership.
  
  Key Skills and Qualifications of a Management Accountant
• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA part or full qualified.
• Proven experience in management accounting.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with a focus on management reporting.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Excel to an advanced level.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with financial software.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving financial issues.
• Familiarity with UK accounting standards and practices.
• Experience in a contract or project-based role is advantageous.