Management Accountant

Hays Accountancy and Finance; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Hays Accountancy and Finance is seeking a Management Accountant in Newcastle-under-Lyme. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing financial statements, analyzing performance, and liaising with auditors, all while benefiting from a competitive salary alongside various supportive company perks that promote professional development.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Health care plan

Mental health and wellbeing support

Company pension scheme

Professional development and study support

On-site working

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or fully qualified in CIMA, ACCA, or ACA.
• Proven experience in management or financial accounting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Provide variance analysis to senior management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Microsoft Excel

Financial reporting

Accounting principles

Education

CIMA

ACCA

ACA

Financial qualifications equivalent

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Your new role

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts.
• Monitor and analyse financial performance against budget and forecast.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Provide variance analysis and commentary to senior management.
• Support cost control initiatives and identify areas for financial improvement.
• Maintain and develop financial models to support business planning.
• Collaborate with operational teams to understand financial drivers and performance.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies.
• Assist with year-end audit and liaise with external auditors.
• Continuously improve financial processes and reporting systems.

What you'll need to succeed

• Part-qualified or fully qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a management accounting or financial accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll get in return

• £40,000 per annum
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Health care plan
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Company pension scheme
• Professional development and study support if required
• On-site working
• On-site parking

What you need to do now


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