Management Accountant

CMA Recruitment Group; Romsey; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology business is on the lookout for an experienced Management Accountant to join their dynamic finance team on a contract basis for approximately 6 months. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-performing finance function, delivering valuable insights and robust financial reporting. You will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, and cash management, while also overseeing tax matters and mentoring junior team members. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive day rate outside IR35

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunity to join a dynamic team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in management accounting or finance business partnering.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver timely and accurate internal and Group reporting.
• Support budgeting process and cash flow forecasting.

Skills

Management Accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Reporting

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

CIMA

ACA

ACCA

Tools

SAP

IFS

MS Office

Job description

An innovative, forward-thinking technology business is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join their finance team on a contract basis for a period of circa 6 months. The business operates in a complex, fast-paced environment, supporting high-profile clients across the national security industry sector.

This is an exciting opportunity to support a high-performing finance function, adding value through insight, robust reporting, and financial input.

What will the Management Accountant role involve?

• Delivering timely and accurate internal and Group reporting.
• Supporting the budgeting process across the business.
• Leading cash flow forecasting and cash management activities.
• Evaluating company performance using key financial data.
• Overseeing tax-related matters, including R&D tax credit calculations.
• Supporting the Reporting Business Partner on various strategic tasks.
• Assisting with accounts payable and supplier administration.
• Supervising junior finance team members.
• Advising on process improvements and contributing to best practice.

Suitable Candidate for the Management Accountant vacancy:

• Proven experience in a management accounting or finance business partnering role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Proficient in ERP systems (ideally SAP or IFS) and MS Office.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Professionally qualified or working towards qualification (CIMA / ACA / ACCA).

Additional benefits and information for the role of Management Accountant:

• Competitive day rate outside IR35.
• Flexible hybrid working.
• Opportunity to join a dynamic, high-impact team within a well-regarded organisation.

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