Management Accountant

3 Sixty Resourcing; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme up to 18%

25 days + 8 bank holidays

Job summary

3 Sixty Resourcing is seeking a Management Accountant to join the finance function in Peterborough. You will support two business units, manage month-end processes, and prepare balance sheet reconciliations within a fast-paced environment.

The role requires finalist or newly qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems. Excellent communication across stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Finalist or newly qualified CIMA / ACCA / ACA (or equivalent)
• Experience in a management accounting role, trainee position or relevant finance placement
• Understanding of UK GAAP / IFRS fundamentals and financial control principles
• Strong Excel skills, including V Lookups and Pivot Tables
• Experience using ERP systems and financial reporting tools
• Ability to analyse financial information, identify trends and explain variances
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines across two business units
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to engage with both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Prepare, own and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage the month-end process across two business units, including journals, accruals, prepayments and variance analysis.
• Produce monthly management accounts packs, KPI reports and financial analysis for decision-making.
• Provide commentary on financial performance, identifying trends and variances.
• Support statutory reporting, external audits and compliance submissions.
• Prepare and submit ONS returns accurately and within deadlines.
• Build relationships across both business units, acting as a key contact for financial queries.
• Provide operational support for cash allocation, banking queries and accounts payable during busy periods.

Skills

CIMA

ACCA

ACA

Excel

Pivot Tables

ERP Systems

Communication

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Management Accountant
Peterborough
Full Time, Permanent
Up to £45,000 P.A + Excellent Benefits including 18% Pension

We are now looking for a talented Management Accountant to join the finance function of one of our leading clients in Peterborough.

The successful candidate will support two distinct business units within a shared finance function, taking responsibility for key financial processes, monthly reporting and maintaining strong financial controls. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their experience within a varied and fast-paced environment.

Accountabilities for the Management Accountant

• Prepare, own and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls.


• Manage the month-end process across both business units, including journals, accruals, prepayments and variance analysis.


• Produce monthly management accounts packs, KPI reports and financial analysis to support business decision-making.


• Provide commentary on financial performance, identifying trends and explaining variances.


• Support statutory reporting, external audits and compliance submissions.


• Prepare and submit Office for National Statistics (ONS) returns accurately and within deadlines.


• Build relationships across both business units, acting as a key point of contact for financial queries.


• Provide operational support for cash allocation, banking queries and accounts payable during busy periods or staff absence.


• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting quality and financial controls.


• Liaise with internal and external audit teams, providing information and support as required.


• Support the Finance Manager with ad hoc duties and projects.

What you'll need

• Finalist or newly qualified CIMA / ACCA / ACA (or equivalent / qualified by experience).


• Previous experience in a management accounting role, trainee position or relevant finance placement.


• Understanding of UK GAAP / IFRS fundamentals and financial control principles.


• Strong Excel skills, including V Lookups and Pivot Tables.


• Experience using ERP systems and financial reporting tools.


• Ability to analyse financial information, identify trends and explain variances.


• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines across two business units.


• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to engage with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.


• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Benefits for the Management Accountant

• Salary up to £45,000 P.A.


• Pension scheme up to 18% combined.


• Monday - Friday core hours (site based).


• 25 days + 8 bank holidays.

Applications from outside the UK will not be considered.