Management Accountant

Reed; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing finance team is seeking a Management Accountant in Edmonton, offering a full-time office-based role. Ideal for a part-qualified or newly qualified candidate, responsibilities include a blend of payroll and management accounting tasks, with opportunities for skills development. Candidates should be studying or qualified in ACCA or CIMA, possess strong Excel skills, and have a keen attention to detail. The role offers exposure to both operational and strategic finance, ensuring compliance with standards and internal controls.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Mentorship and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Actively studying or qualified in ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
• Experience in payroll processing and management accounting.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on time for all employees.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and journal entries.
• Manage bank reconciliations, expenses, and supplier payments.
• Contribute to closing activities, reconciliations, and audit support.

Skills

Payroll processing

Management accounting

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Studying or qualified in ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent

Tools

Sage

Access

Job description

Job Title: Management Accountant

Location: EdmontonReports To: Head of FinanceContract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Fully Office Based)Salary: £35,000 – £50,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)Benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Mentorship and career development opportunities

Role Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity for a part-qualified or newly qualified Management Accountant to join a growing finance team. The role offers a diverse mix of responsibilities, including payroll processing from start to finish and management accounting tasks, making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety and wants to develop their skills further.

Initially, the role will involve approximately 50% payroll and 50% management accounting, transitioning over time to focus more on management accounting (around 70%).

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Management (Start to Finish)

• Process payroll accurately and on time for all employees.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and company policies.
• Handle pension contributions, statutory payments, and deductions.
• Maintain payroll records and respond to employee queries.

Management Accounting

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and journal entries.
• Perform variance analysis and provide commentary on financial performance.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Support tax returns, audit preparation, and statutory reporting.

Financial Operations

• Manage bank reconciliations, expenses, and supplier payments.
• Oversee fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.
• Monitor capital expenditure and assist with financial summaries for decision-making.

Month-End and Year-End Processes

• Contribute to closing activities, reconciliations, and audit support.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.

Ad-Hoc Projects

• Provide analysis and support for special projects as directed by senior finance staff.

Qualifications and Skills

Essential:

• Actively studying or qualified in ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
• Experience in payroll processing and management accounting.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of IFRS/GAAP standards.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, Access).
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.

Why Join our client?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with exposure to both operational and strategic finance.
• Support for professional development and career progression.
• A collaborative team culture where your contributions make a real impact.