Management Accountant

International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP); Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley, Northern Home Counties, is supporting a well-established global business in Milton Keynes in their search for a Management Accountant on a permanent basis.

The successful candidate will take ownership of month-end processes, provide meaningful financial analysis, produce departmental P&Ls and balance sheet reconciliations, and work closely with budget holders across the business to inform decision-making.

Qualifications

• Part-Qualified CIMA or ACCA, AAT Qualified, or newly qualified in a relevant accounting qualification.
• Previous experience within a management accounting environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse and interpret financial data.
• Commercially aware with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of producing accurate and timely month-end management accounts and departmental P&Ls.
• Monitor KPIs, highlighting trends, analysing variances and providing recommendations for improvement.
• Take ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are fully reconciled on a monthly basis.
• Prepare and provide regular management reporting and financial analysis.
• Work closely with budget holders and key stakeholders to understand business performance and financial results.
• Support the production of annual budgets and forecasts, providing relevant financial analysis and insight.
• Provide insightful analysis to support commercial and operational decision-making.
• Assist with year-end processes, audit requirements and other ad hoc financial projects as required.

Skills

Communication

Excel

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Deadline driven

Education

ACCA/CIMA/AAT (part-qualified or newly qualified)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Morgan McKinley, Northern Home Counties is proud to be supporting a well-established and highly regarded global business in Milton Keynes with the appointment of a Management Accountant on a permanent basis.

They are seeking a proactive and hands-on Part-Qualified or Newly Qualified Management Accountant who can take ownership of the month-end process, provide meaningful financial analysis and work closely with stakeholders across the business.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of producing accurate and timely month-end management accounts and departmental P&Ls.
• Monitor KPIs, highlighting trends, analysing variances and providing recommendations for improvement.
• Take ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are fully reconciled on a monthly basis.
• Prepare and provide regular management reporting and financial analysis.
• Work closely with budget holders and key stakeholders to understand business performance and financial results.
• Support the production of annual budgets and forecasts, providing relevant financial analysis and insight.
• Provide insightful analysis to support commercial and operational decision-making.
• Assist with year-end processes, audit requirements and other ad hoc financial projects as required.

Person Specification:

• Part-Qualified CIMA or ACCA, AAT Qualified, or newly qualified in a relevant accounting qualification.
• Previous experience within a management accounting environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse and interpret financial data.
• Commercially aware with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, flexible and able to demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude.
• Works well under pressure, both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively and consistently meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.