Management Accountant

Cygnet; Ham; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Employee discount saving

Job summary

Cygnet in Kings Hill, West Malling, is seeking a detail-oriented Management Accountant to join the growing Finance Team and support the Operations Management Accountant with monthly and year-end reporting processes.

You’ll be responsible for preparing monthly site management accounts, dashboards with financial analysis, and maintaining financial records, with a hybrid pattern and 2 days in the Kings Hill office.

Qualifications

• Minimum AAT qualification.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Line management for 3 Assistant Management Accountants
• Prepare dashboard packs and conduct variance analysis with commentary
• Prepare site monthly management accounts
• Maintain, update and reconcile financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Prepare quarterly internal audit packs
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and projects
• Collaborate with payroll and other departments

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Management Accountant to join our growing Finance Team in Kings Hill, West Malling and support the Operations Management Accountant with the successful delivery of the month/year end reporting processes.

Joining us on a full time, 37.5 hour per week basis you will work in a hybrid capacity with 2 days per week based at the Kings Hill office.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will support the management accounting function, assisting with the preparation of monthly site management accounts, dashboard pack preparation with financial analysis, and assisting in updating financial records.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Line management for 3 Assistant Management Accountants
• Preparation of dashboard packs and conduct variance analysis to compare actual results to budgets, providing commentary to management and attend monthly calls with operational directors and hospital managers to discuss results.
• Preparation of site monthly management accounts.
• Maintain, update and reconcile financial records where applicable, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Prepare quarterly internal audit packs.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and projects as required.
• Collaborate with other departments such as payroll to aid the understanding of financial results, share information and build working relationships.

Role Requirements

• Minimum AAT qualified.
• Good understanding of key accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well within a team.

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

• Salary of £40,000 per year
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Employee referral scheme
• Pension scheme
• "Cycle to work" scheme & employee discount saving

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet have been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

What next?

If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.