Management Accountant

ICAEW; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Home-working Mondays & Fridays

Job summary

ICAEW is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join its finance team on a fixed-term basis until March 2027. You will own monthly management accounts, provide commentary to leadership, and support budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.

The role involves robust financial controls, balance sheet reconciliations and compliance with accounting standards, with hybrid working including home-working on Mondays and Fridays.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with 3+ years in a finance team.
• Experience preparing management accounts, budgets and forecasts.
• Knowledge of financial controls, compliance and audit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts with detailed analysis.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting cycles.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and controls.
• Assist with statutory accounts preparation and fund reporting.
• Oversee restricted/unrestricted funds and grant reporting.

Skills

Management accounts preparation

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial analysis & reporting

Strong communication

Regulatory & controls knowledge

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA)

Tools

Advanced Excel

Financial systems

Job description

Your new company

A well-established not-for-profit organisation is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join its finance team on a fixed-term basis until March 2027. The organisation delivers vital services across Northern Ireland and is committed to making a positive impact within local communities. This is an excellent opportunity to join a values-driven organisation that offers flexible hybrid working, including home-working options on Mondays and Fridays.

Your new role

As Management Accountant, you will take ownership of the preparation of monthly management accounts, providing detailed analysis and commentary to support senior leadership and trustees. You will be responsible for monitoring budgets, producing financial reports, supporting annual budgeting and forecasting cycles, and delivering meaningful financial insights to aid decision-making.

The role will also involve maintaining robust financial controls, completing balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting and regulatory requirements, and assisting with the preparation of statutory accounts. You will support the management of restricted and unrestricted funds, oversee grant income and expenditure reporting, and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the finance function. This position would suit a proactive accountant who can work independently and quickly become a key member of the team.

What you'll need to succeed

To be considered, you will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) with a minimum of three years' experience working within a finance team in a medium to large organisation.

You will possess:

• Experience preparing management accounts, budgets and forecasts
• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills
• Knowledge of financial controls, compliance and audit requirements
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using financial systems
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving and communication skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines effectively
• Experience within the charity, not-for-profit or public sector would be advantageous, as would knowledge of Charity SORP, restricted fund accounting and grant-funded projects.

What you'll get in return

• Salary up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Fixed-term contract until March 2027
• Hybrid working with home-working options on Mondays and Fridays
• 37.5-hour working week
• Opportunity to work within a respected not-for-profit organisation
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Exposure to strategic budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting activities