Management Accountant

Brook Street; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Outsourcing Senior to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to manage a diverse client portfolio while ensuring seamless finance operations. You will lead management accounting reporting, foster strong client relationships, and collaborate with talented professionals. With a hybrid work environment and a commitment to professional development, this position provides excellent opportunities for growth. If you are passionate about finance and client service, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Flexible Work Arrangements

26 Days Annual Leave

Well-being Benefits

Professional Development Courses

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified ACCA/ACA or QBE with 5 years experience.
• Strong understanding of financial targets and constraints.

Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse client portfolio and ensuring timely management accounts.
• Building strong client relationships and supervising Outsourcing Assistants.

Skills

Management Accounting

Client Relationship Management

Financial Reporting

VAT Returns

Time Management

Education

ACCA/ACA Qualification

5 Years Relevant Work Experience (QBE)

Job description

Are you a qualified or part-qualified accountant working in an accounting practice but looking for a change? Or are you a QBE Management Accountant with five years of industry experience wanting to move into practice? Then I have the role for you.

I am working with a top 10 Accounting Firm that is urgently looking for an Outsourcing Senior. The Outsourcing team provides comprehensive finance functions and management accounting services to a diverse portfolio of multinational clients, focusing on the technology and pharmaceutical sectors.

As an Outsourcing Senior, your responsibilities will include:

1. Serving as a controller for multiple clients, leading management accounting reporting, and ensuring seamless finance operations.
2. Building and maintaining strong client relationships through regular communication with key stakeholders.
3. Collaborating with and supervising Outsourcing Assistants to ensure high-quality service delivery.
4. Reporting to managers, directors, and partners, while playing a key role in achieving strategic objectives.

This position offers excellent opportunities for client liaison development and professional growth. The successful candidate is expected to be present in the Newcastle office at least three days per week.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Managing a diverse client portfolio.
2. Ensuring timely and accurate preparation of management accounts and VAT returns.
3. Overseeing Outsourcing Assistants in bank reconciliations, sales and purchase ledger activities, and invoice postings.
4. Ensuring timely payments to vendors and creditors.
5. Fostering client relationships, maintaining quality standards, and delivering exceptional service.
6. Addressing international implications such as VAT, taxation, and foreign currency issues.

The role is central to the team's success, providing opportunities to develop client relationships and advance your career.

Our client's values include embracing diversity and excellence. They are seeking an exceptional candidate who:

Professional Qualifications:

• Is part or fully qualified ACCA/ACA, or has a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience (QBE).

Financial Acumen:

• Has a strong understanding of financial targets and constraints, with a proactive approach to achieving them, keeping the Outsourcing Manager informed of progress.

Operational Excellence:

• Demonstrates effective time management and organizational skills, with a commitment to meeting reporting deadlines.

What the Job Offers:

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work environment with at least three days on-site.
• Generous Leave: 26 days annual leave, with options to purchase additional days.
• Well-being Benefits: Lifestyle, health, and well-being programs, including financial tools, electric car scheme, and virtual GP services.
• Professional Development: Over 300 on-demand courses from their in-house Talent Development team.

If you are interested in this exciting role with a high-profile accounting firm, contact me today. Please note, this role does not offer sponsorship, and all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.