Management Accountant

TQR Consultancy Ltd; South Hams; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Plymouth is seeking a proactive Management Accountant to join their busy finance team. The role involves preparing monthly management accounts, monitoring cashflow, ensuring compliance with various regulatory requirements, and contributing to financial insight across the business. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered, making this a great opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory pension

Long service awards

Employee discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a commercial finance environment.
• Strong track record preparing management accounts with commentary.
• Experience working with multiple currencies.

Responsibilities

• Preparing monthly management accounts with clear variance analysis.
• Monitoring and forecasting working cashflow.
• Ensuring compliance with VAT, ONS, and Intrastat returns.

Skills

Commercial finance experience

Management accounts preparation

Advanced Excel skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA)

Job description

Overview

Are you a proactive finance professional looking to take the next step in your career? We're on the hunt for a dynamic Management Accountant to join a busy Head Office finance team in Plymouth. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the financial operations of a large and successful organisation, supporting both UK and Republic of Ireland activities.

Responsibilities

• Preparing monthly management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, and reporting packs) with clear variance analysis
• Monitoring and forecasting working cashflow to support liquidity
• Ensuring compliance with VAT, ONS, and Intrastat returns
• Supporting all areas of the finance function including Revenue, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Expenditure
• Reviewing and maintaining sensitive nominal codes across P&L and Balance Sheet
• Posting journals and assisting with budgeting and reforecasting
• Ensuring timely and accurate bank reconciliations
• Overseeing supplier and employee payments
• Assisting with fixed asset management and depreciation
• Partnering with teams across the business to provide financial insight
• Reviewing and challenging monthly accruals
• Contributing to projects aimed at streamlining processes
• Supporting year-end audit preparation and other ad hoc tasks

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in a commercial finance environment
• Strong track record preparing management accounts with commentary
• Experience working with multiple currencies
• Advanced Excel skills (financial modelling experience desirable)
• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Confidence to challenge existing practices and drive improvements
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

What’s in It for You

• A competitive salary
• Contributory pension
• Long service awards
• Employee discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

This is your chance to be part of a supportive, ambitious finance team where your contribution will be valued and your ideas welcomed.

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