Management Accountant

Michael Page (UK); Folkestone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in Folkestone is seeking a finance professional to prepare and analyze monthly management accounts, support budgeting, and ensure compliance. The successful candidate will work towards a professional accounting qualification and possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. This permanent position offers stability and career growth opportunities in a dynamic sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Permanent position offering stability and career growth opportunities

Engage in a dynamic sector

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• An ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes to support business objectives.
• Monitor and control financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Oversee cost analysis and variance reporting within the manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with other departments to improve financial efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements.
• Support the wider finance team with ad-hoc duties as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Accounting software proficiency

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Working towards a professional accounting qualification

Job description

Client Details

This organisation is recognised for its commitment to delivering high-quality products. As an SME business, they offer a professional environment where employees can make a meaningful impact.

Description

• Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes to support business objectives.
• Monitor and control financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Oversee cost analysis and variance reporting within the manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with other departments to improve financial efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements.
• Support the wider finance team with ad-hoc duties as required.

Profile

A successful applicant should be:

• Working towards a professional accounting qualification
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• An ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with various stakeholders.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary
• Permanent position offering stability and career growth opportunities.
• Engage in a dynamic sector