Management Accountant

Compass Point Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business in Stowmarket is seeking a Management Accountant to provide accurate financial information to support strategic decisions. Responsibilities include preparing management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. The ideal candidate will be fully or part-qualified with strong technical accounting skills and proficiency in Excel. A competitive salary and hybrid work options after training are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for development

Company pension

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing monthly management accounts and reports.
• Ability to assist with year-end accounts and audits.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present monthly management accounts.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide commentary.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

Fully or part-qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or qualified by experience

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

Overview

Management Accountant — Stowmarket — 45,000 per annum

I am currently working with a well-established business based in Stowmarket who are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and progressive organisation.

The Role

As Management Accountant, you will be responsible for providing accurate and timely financial information to support decision-making across the business. You will play a key role in month-end processes, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, ensuring financial controls and processes are adhered to.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and reports
• Budgeting and forecasting support
• Variance analysis and commentary
• Assisting with year-end accounts and audits
• Supporting operational managers with financial insights
• Continuous improvement of reporting processes and controls

About You

• Fully or part-qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or qualified by experience
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner with non-finance colleagues
• Proficient in Excel and comfortable working with financial systems
• Self-motivated, proactive, and highly organised

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of 45,000
• A supportive working environment with opportunities for development
• Hybrid working options (after initial training period)
• Company pension and other benefits

If you're an ambitious Management Accountant seeking a new challenge with a reputable business in Stowmarket, I'd love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV today, or get in touch for a confidential discussion.