Management Accountant

JANE GORSE RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Oldham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A finance recruitment agency based in Oldham seeks a Part Qualified to Newly Qualified Management Accountant to join a dynamic finance team. The role involves delivering monthly management accounts, compliance, and financial process improvements. Candidates should have a strong attention to detail, advanced Excel skills, and experience with Power BI. The position also offers hybrid working and a competitive package.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Competitive package

Qualifications

• Newly Qualified Accountant (ACCA, or ACA or equivalent) or post Qualified 1-2 years.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulae.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver full monthly management accounts.
• Oversee payroll checks and HMRC compliance.
• Manage accruals, prepayments, and month-end close.

Skills

Attention to detail

Advanced Excel skills

Data analysis using Power BI

Confident communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder influencing

Education

Newly Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA or equivalent)

1-2 years post qualification experience

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Do you want to take your finance career to the next level? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Part Qualified, Finalist, Newly Qualified or 1-2 years Post Qualified Management Accountant to work within a dynamic finance team that values collaboration.

Overview

To support the finance team in delivering accurate and timely management accounts, reporting, and financial insights that inform business strategy and operational decision-making. This role plays a key part in ensuring compliance, strengthening internal controls, and continuously improving financial processes in a dynamic environment.

Duties and responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver full monthly management accounts, including profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statements
• Oversee payroll checks, BACS submissions, and ensure HMRC compliance
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies efficiently
• Contribute to group-level sales reporting and intercompany recharges
• Produce and analyse monthly KPIs and operational dashboards using tools such as Power BI and Excel
• Manage accruals, prepayments, and assist in the month-end close process
• Coordinate VAT return preparation and support submission for review
• Populate and maintain monthly management information packs in Excel
• Lead the preparation of audit deliverables and support the year-end audit process
• Support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting cycles
• Carry out day-to-day financial operations including banking and journal postings
• Provide financial analysis and ad hoc project support to the Group FD and Senior Finance Manager
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across finance and non-finance teams
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and assist with systems development

Knowledge, skills and experience

• Newly Qualified Accountant (ACCA, or ACA or equivalent) or post Qualified 1-2 years
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills (including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulae)
• Experience using Power BI for data analysis and financial reporting
• Previous experience in a logistics, distribution, or manufacturing environment preferred
• Confident communicator, able to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Familiarity with finance systems and ERP platforms
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Key behaviours

• Analytical mindset with a proactive, problem-solving approach
• Collaborative team player who builds effective working relationships
• High integrity, with a commitment to compliance and professional standards
• Strong initiative and a desire for continuous improvement
• Comfortable working independently and taking full ownership of tasks
• Open to change and willing to support innovation in systems and processes

This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate who has studies ACCA or CIMA that is looking to take their career into Industry! A great package is offered as well as Hybrid working.