Management Accountant

Atlas; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workplace services provider in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Management Accountant for a 12-month maternity cover contract. This role will involve preparing monthly management accounts and providing financial insights to the management team. The ideal candidate will be CIMA or ACCA qualified and have strong experience in budgeting and variance analysis. Benefits include a competitive salary of £50,000 and hybrid working arrangements, requiring a minimum of two days a week in the office.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• CIMA or ACCA qualification or in progress.
• Experience with variance analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with non-financial staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts within six working days.
• Report and forecast financial performance as per schedules.
• Manage and develop the Assistant Management Accountant.

Skills

Variance analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication of financial impacts

Education

CIMA or ACCA qualified (or working towards)

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Management Accountant 50000 Hybrid (Milton Keynes 2 Days Per Week)

12-Month Maternity Cover Start ASAP

Atlas Workplace Services is looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering financial control and insight to support our business goals.

About the Role

As Management Accountant youll provide accurate financial reporting forecasting and analysis to the senior management team. Youll also support and develop an Assistant Management Accountant ensuring robust processes and continuous improvement across our finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts within six working days of month-end.
• Report and forecast financial performance in line with month-end timetables.
• Update annual forecasts monthly and prepare annual budgets.
• Complete VAT returns and maintain data integrity for ad hoc reporting.
• Liaise with management to improve reporting systems and internal processes.
• Manage and develop the Assistant Management Accountant.

About You

What Were Looking For

Qualifications

• CIMA or ACCA qualified (or working towards accreditation).

Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in variance analysis forecasting and budgeting.
• Competence in month-end procedures and statutory accounts preparation.
• Ability to communicate financial impacts clearly to non-financial staff.
• Experience improving reporting systems and recommending process changes.
• Leadership skills to support and develop junior team members.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary : 50000 per year
• Hybrid working : Minimum 2 days per week in Milton Keynes
• Opportunity to start ASAP for a full handover
• Be part of a collaborative team with scope to influence and improve processes

About The Company

At Atlas Workplace Services we believe great buildings start with great people. Thats why weve reimagined facilities management to put people firstthose who work in the spaces we care for and those who deliver our services every day.

Were not just another FM provider were a top-10 industry leader committed to doing things differently with a personal touch smart technology and a passion for going the extra mile.

As part of an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) Atlas Workplace Services is proud to be a company where our people have a meaningful stake in our success. Being part of an EOT isnt just about sharing in the companys performance; its about creating a culture of shared responsibility collaboration and pride in what we achieve together.

Key Skills

Accounting Software,Account Analysis,QuickBooks,Accounting,IFRS,Asset Management,Business Management,Cash Management,Sage,Microsoft Excel,E-Commerce,Systems Analysis

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1