Management Accountant

Paul Card Recruitment; Bedlington; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing financial services company in the UK is seeking a qualified Management Accountant to support the Finance Director. This role involves preparing management accounts, assisting with budgets, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The successful candidate will have proven experience in a similar role, strong management accounting skills, and will benefit from opportunities for growth within the company. Flexible working arrangements and professional development are also offered.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working

Pension contribution

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Management Accountant or similar role.
• Strong technical understanding of management accounting and month-end processes.
• Experience with finance systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts, including P&L and balance sheet.
• Support budgeting and forecasting through accurate data preparation.
• Assist with year-end processes, including statutory accounts.

Skills

Management accounting

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Budgeting and forecasting

Proactive approach

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Job description

We are looking for a fully qualified Management Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) to join a fast-growing business and support the Finance Director in delivering accurate and timely management accounts. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who enjoys core management accounting but is also looking to develop as the finance function and business continue to expand.

You will take ownership of day‑to‑day management accounting activities while benefiting from clear opportunities for growth and progression as the company scales.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare accruals, prepayments, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Own the month‑end close process and ensure deadlines are consistently met.
• Support budgeting and forecasting through accurate data preparation and analysis.
• Prepare management reports and variance analysis for review by the Finance Director.
• Support cash flow reporting and short‑term forecasting.
• Assist with year‑end processes, including statutory accounts and audit support.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of finance processes, systems, and reporting as the business grows.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• Fully qualified accountant or finalist (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Proven experience in a Management Accountant or similar role.
• Strong technical understanding of management accounting and month‑end processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Confident Excel skills and experience with finance systems.
• A proactive approach and willingness to take on increased responsibility over time.

Growth and Progression

This role offers genuine progression opportunities as the business expands. Over time, you will have the opportunity to broaden your remit, gain exposure to more complex reporting, and progress into a more senior finance role within the organisation.

What's in it for you?

You will join a growing business with a supportive culture and flexible working arrangements. Alongside a competitive salary, the role offers:

• Hybrid and flexible working
• Pension contribution
• Ongoing professional development

If you are a qualified Management Accountant looking for a stable, hands‑on role with clear long‑term progression, we would love to hear from you.