Group Management Accountant

Big Sky Additions; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Big Sky Additions is seeking a Group Management Accountant in Norwich to own the management accounts across multiple entities and deliver timely financial insight. The role sits under the Finance Director with opportunities to influence processes and cross-functional collaboration.

You will produce consolidated reporting, manage cash flow, assist with budgeting and year-end activities, and uphold strong controls while supporting business growth and improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• ACCA or CIMA part-qualified, newly qualified, or qualified by experience.
• Experience preparing monthly management accounts.
• Experience across multiple entities or group environment.
• Strong cash flow forecasting and financial analysis skills.
• Experience using Xero accounting software.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts across multiple entities.
• Produce consolidated group reporting.
• Analyse financial performance against budgets and prior periods.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and monitor cash positions.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Prepare VAT returns and assist with year-end accounts and audits.
• Maintain robust financial controls and ensure compliance.
• Supervise and support the Group Accounts Assistant.
• Produce commercial analysis and ad hoc financial reports.
• Support finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder communication

Proactive mindset

Education

ACCA / CIMA part-qualified or equivalent

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Group Management Accountant

Salary: £40-50k + Benefits
Location: Norwich (Office-based with flexibility)

Our client is looking for a Group Management Accountant to join their finance team in a newly created role that reflects the continued growth of the business. Working closely with the Finance Director, you'll take ownership of the management accounts and play an important part in providing the financial information and insight that supports day-to-day decision-making.

This is a broad, hands-on position where no two days are the same. Alongside producing accurate financial reporting, you'll have the opportunity to improve processes, contribute ideas and work across different areas of the business. It's well suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership, likes variety and wants to be part of a business that's continuing to evolve.

The Role

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing monthly management accounts across multiple entities
• Producing consolidated group reporting
• Analysing financial performance against budgets and previous periods
• Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating variances
• Managing cash flow forecasting and monitoring cash positions
• Supporting the budgeting and forecasting process
• Preparing VAT returns and assisting with year-end accounts and external audits
• Maintaining robust financial controls and ensuring compliance
• Supervising and supporting the Group Accounts Assistant
• Producing commercial analysis and ad hoc financial reports
• Supporting finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

We're looking for someone who is proactive, commercially minded and enjoys working in a varied role.

• Ideally ACCA or CIMA part-qualified, newly qualified, or qualified by experience
• Experience preparing monthly management accounts
• Previous experience working across multiple entities or within a group environmentStrong cash flow forecasting and financial analysis skills
• Experience using Xero accounting software
• Advanced Excel skills
• The ability to manage your own workload and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders across the business

What's on Offer?

• A varied and rewarding role with genuine responsibility
• The opportunity to work closely with the Finance Director and senior management
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The chance to make a real impact by improving processes and adding value
• Long-term career development opportunities within a growing business