Management Accountant

JS3 Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Management Accountant in Manchester. This role involves preparing consolidated management accounts, conducting financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Candidates should be studying towards a professional qualification like ACCA or CIMA, possess strong analytical skills, and have experience in management accounting. Excellent communication and advanced Excel skills are required. The position is full-time, offering the opportunity to contribute to financial reporting and strategy in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in progress, ideally finalist level.
• Experience in management accounting, preferably in housing sector.
• Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide commentary on financial performance.
• Assist in annual budget preparation and monitoring.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Studying towards ACCA or CIMA

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

Job Overview

As Management Accountant reporting to the Financial Director, the candidate will assist in the preparation of consolidated management accounts, financial analysis and reporting for 33 entities.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow statements
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insightful commentary on financial performance
• Assist in the preparation of board and management reports
• Assist in development of financial models to support strategic decision-making
• All aspects of payroll

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist with annual budget preparation and periodic re-forecasting
• Monitor actual versus budget performance
• Work closely with department heads to provide financial guidance and support cost control

Cost Control & Process Improvement

• Conduct profitability and cost analysis to identify savings opportunities
• Support process automation and efficiency improvements within the finance department
• Assist in reviewing and improving internal controls and financial procedures
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, bank reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations

Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Statutory filings with companies house, ensuring filing dates are met
• Ensuring HMRC filings are filed in a timely manner
• Ensure pension filings are filed in a timely manner

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience

• Studying towards a professional qualification, ideally finalist level (ACCA, CIMA)
• Experience in management accounting, within the housing sector an advantage
• Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills

Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non finance stakeholders
• A proactive and inquisitive mindset, eager to improve processes and add value
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of team.