Management Accountant

Michael Page (UK); Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected employer in Brighton is seeking a full-time Management Accountant on a fixed-term contract. This role involves preparing month-end accounts, leading financial reporting, and collaborating with the Finance Manager to ensure financial routines are effectively executed. Ideal for candidates holding a suitable degree and part-qualified in ACCA or CIMA.

Qualifications

• Educated to Degree level or equivalent.
• Part Qualified ACCA / CIMA or QBE.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting packages.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and key performance indicators.
• Oversee finance routines including payroll journals and bank reconciliations.
• Lead the preparation of consolidated management accounts.

Skills

Maths competency

Accounting knowledge

Education

Degree or equivalent

Part Qualified ACCA / CIMA or QBE

Tools

Accounting packages

Job description

• Management Accountant
• Accounts

About Our Client

A well respected Brighton employer is looking to recruit a full time fixed term contract Management Accountant.

Job Description

As Management Accountant, you will be responsible for:

• Monthly management accounts (Income and Expenditure account, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Forecast, key performance indicators and commentary as agreed with your line manager and in accordance with the agreed timetable).
• Oversee finance to ensure month end routines are correctly followed, this will include monthly accounting entries, payroll journal, bank reconciliation, accruals and prepayments, accrued and deferred income.
• Maintaining KPI information for financial decision making, this includes staffing costs.
• Lead in the preparation of consolidated management accounts (Income and Expenditure account, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Forecast, key performance indicators and summary narrative)
• Undertake monthly reviews and quality assurance checks on the income and expenditure accounts and cash flow forecasts.
• Working in conjunction with the Finance Manager (Commercial and Fixed Assets) to ensure month end journals are posted for fixed assets and purchase ledger. This also include assisting with expenditure analysis and contracts management.
• Take a lead and proactive role in developing financial tools to support effective budget management. This include conducting benchmarking exercises and making use of recommended tools. Contribute to the development of IT Systems where relevant for this role.

The Successful Applicant

• Educated to Degree or equivalent level, with a high level of competency of maths
• Part Qualified ACCA / CIMA or QBE
• Strong working knowledge of a variety of accounting packages

What's on Offer

£35-40,000