Management Accountant

Michael Page (UK); Sidcup; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Management Accountant to join a prominent client in the manufacturing industry located in Sidcup, UK. This role offers an excellent opportunity to impact a growing global business. Responsibilities include managing month-end close processes, preparing management accounts, and ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS. The position includes a competitive bonus scheme and a hybrid working arrangement after an initial two-month period in the office.

Benefits

Excellent bonus scheme paid quarterly

Generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme with 5% employee and 3% employer contributions

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a multi-entity or international environment.
• Detail-oriented and comfortable in fast-paced environments.
• Strong collaborative skills across departments.

Responsibilities

• Complete month-end close for UK & Australia entities.
• Prepare and submit monthly management accounts.
• Manage finance systems and payroll submissions.
• Support statutory audit processes.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and manage working capital.

Skills

UK GAAP

IFRS

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Sage 50

Xero

Epicor

Job description

• Chance to make an impact in a growing global business
• Scope for progression

About Our Client

Our exclusive North Kent based client has a significant presence in the UK and beyond, and due to significant growth and are now seeking a Management Accountant on a permanent basis.
This role requires a site presence Monday to Friday, with a view to go hybrid (3:2 split) after the first two months.

Job Description

Management Accountant duties include:

• Complete all aspects of month-end close for the UK & Australia entities, including journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.
• Prepare and submit accurate monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis and commentary.
• Maintain and manage the UK & Australia finance systems (currently Sage 50 for UK and Xero for Australia; moving to Epicor as part of an ERP implementation project).
• Coordinate the submission of UK and Australia payroll and tax filings in partnership with external advisors.
• Support UK & Australia statutory audit processes and liaise with auditors as required.
• Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts and provide insight to support working capital management.
• Collaborate with project and operations teams to understand workload and revenue recognition.
• Oversee the customer invoicing and revenue recognition process, ensuring invoices are raised in a timely manner, resolve queries, and recommend appropriate credit limits.
• Oversee accounts payable processing and approvals.
• Perform regular balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are accurate and up to date.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Management Accountant should have/ be:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and financial regulations is well sought after.
• Proven track record of working in a multi-entity or international environment.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across departments.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving business.
• Ideally a driver to get to location.

What's on Offer

• Excellent bonus scheme paid quarterly
• Generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme with 5% employee and 3% employer contributions.
• Standard working hours of 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
• Hybrid working arrangement after an initial 2-month in-person period (4-5 days in the office).

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Management Accountant to make a significant impact in the manufacturing industry. If you are ready to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply today.