Management Accountant

Michael Page International (Ireland) Limited; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A medium-sized organisation in the engineering sector is looking for a Management Accountant for a 6-month fixed term contract in Cookstown. Responsibilities include managing financial reporting, overseeing budgeting, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications in accounting and strong analytical skills. The role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 to £50,000 and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Inclusive working environment

Career progression potential

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial reporting and management accounts preparation.
• Understanding of the industrial/manufacturing sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitor financial performance and provide insights to support business decisions.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes, identifying variances and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline financial processes and reporting.
• Support audits by preparing required documentation and liaising with auditors.
• Manage cost accounting and provide recommendations to optimise expenditures.
• Assist in developing financial strategies to enhance business performance.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Experience with accounting software

Proficiency in Excel

Budgeting and forecasting

Cost control

Education

Qualifications in accounting or finance (ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Job Details

• 6 month fixed term contract
• Cookstown, Co.Tyrone location

About Our Client

The employer is a medium-sized organisation operating within the industrial/engineering sector. They are known for their commitment to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong focus on financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

Job Description

• Prepare and analyse management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitor financial performance and provide insights to support business decisions.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes, identifying variances and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline financial processes and reporting.
• Support audits by preparing required documentation and liaising with auditors.
• Manage cost accounting and provide recommendations to optimise expenditures.
• Assist in developing financial strategies to enhance business performance.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Management Accountant should have:

• Qualifications in accounting or finance, such as ACCA, CIMA, or similar.
• Proven experience in financial reporting and management accounts preparation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of accounting software and advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control processes.
• Understanding of the industrial/manufacturing sector is advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of £45000 to £50000, dependent on experience.
• Fixed-term contract with opportunities for professional growth.
• Inclusive and supportive working environment in Cookstown.
• Exposure to the industrial/manufacturing sector with hands-on experience.
• Potential for career progression and development within the organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Management Accountant looking to make a meaningful impact. Apply today to join a dedicated team!