Financial Management and Reporting Accountant

AJ Bell; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AJ Bell, a leading financial services business, is seeking a Financial Management and Reporting Accountant to bolster their finance team in Manchester. The role involves critical financial reporting and analysis, requiring strong analytical skills and ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications. The position offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment with numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance of 25 days

Casual dress code

Discretionary bi-annual bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Buy as you earn share scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity scheme from day one

Bike loan

Season ticket loan portal

Discounted PMI and Dental

On-site gym and personal trainer led classes

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with at least 2 years PQE.
• Experience in a large company or plc environment preferred.
• Understanding of IFRS frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare key internal reporting requirements and financial adjustments.
• Maintain fixed assets register and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Develop complex financial models and facilitate stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

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Financial Management and Reporting Accountant, Manchester

Client: AJ Bell

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 0dc63f402c48

Job Views: 5

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

Job Description

Looking to develop a career with an award-winning business in the financial services industry? AJ Bell could have just the opportunity for you.

An opportunity has arisen for a Financial Management and Reporting Accountant to join our high performing finance team to support the continued growth of the business. Reporting to the Financial Management and Reporting Manager, you will play an integral role in delivering key management information and analysis, ensuring accurate reporting within deadlines. The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and experience in contributing to high quality management information to a range of stakeholders within the business.

We are looking for a technically strong individual, who can demonstrate the ability to build strong relationships and communicate well across the team and the wider business.

Key focus areas of your role will be:

• Responsible for the preparation of key internal reporting requirements, including supporting the Business review and Cost centre reporting process, Cashflow forecasting and Treasury reporting.
• Calculation and preparation of key accounting adjustments, including accruals, prepayments, revenue, and tax adjustments
• Maintenance of fixed assets register
• Maintenance of complex financial modelling, with opportunities to develop and create new models
• Preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Develop strong working relationships with the business
• Assist in continued development of the financial controls & reporting
• Assist with ad hoc project work as required by the business

This role is a great opportunity for someone who is proactive, embraces challenges and is looking for a fast-paced environment in which to thrive.

Qualifications, skills and experience

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with at least 2 years PQE (could suit a first-time mover from practice)
• Experience of reporting within a large company or plc environment desirable
• Good understanding of IFRS frameworks
• Strong analytical skills
• Logical mindset; able to solve problems with an ‘eye for detail’
• Excellent communication skills and ability to summarise information effectively
• Organisation and time management skills with ability to prioritise
• Ability to work to tight reporting deadlines
• Proficiency in using accounting software and MS Office applications, particularly Excel

There are opportunities for growth and professional development for employees wanting to progress within their career including induction training and our study support scheme which is part of our benefits package.

There is an active programme of social events throughout the year, which are open to all employees.

In return we will provide all the training and support you need to develop within your role.

In return for your hard work you will receive:

• Generous holiday allowance of 25 days, increasing up to 31 days with service, plus bank holidays
• Casual dress code
• Discretionary bi-annual bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• Buy as you earn share scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity scheme from day one
• Bike loan
• Season ticket loan portal
• Discounted PMI and Dental
• On-site gym and personal trainer led classes