Management Accountant

Michael Page (UK); Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Management Accountant in Southampton. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £45,000-£55,000 per annum and focuses on accuracy in financial reporting and collaboration with various departments. The environment fosters professional growth with potential for hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Permanent role with career progression

Collaborative work environment

Potential for hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in financial reporting and management accounts production.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on cost versus budget.
• Ability to liaise effectively with auditors and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Produce and analyze management accounts in a timely manner.
• Support the FC in ensuring effective key controls.
• Improve month-end reporting processes.
• Coordinate with auditors for year-end processes.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budget analysis

Statutory accounts preparation

Audit liaison

VAT and corporation tax returns

Cross-department collaboration

Job description

Overview

• Management Accountant Position
• Salary £45,000 - £55,000

About Our Client

This position is within a well-established, medium-sized organisation based in Southampton who are known for their expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality services. The company provides a supportive environment with a focus on excellence and professional growth

Job Description

As the Management Accountant, you will be responsible for:

• Support the FC to ensure daily, weekly and monthly reporting is done in an accurate, concise and timely manner.
• Produce full set of consolidated management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow) by 5th working day of month and relevant schedules for the board pack.
• Support the FC to ensure key controls are operating effectively and oversee a robust review of balance sheet review at month end.
• Produce analysis of costs vs budget.
• Support with the production of monthly reports for Lenders and Investors.
• Continuous review and improvement of month end reporting processes to keep pace with changes in the business and drive efficiency.
• Investigate accounting issues that arise.
• Support the FC with the year end audit process - liaise between auditors and other parts of the business to ensure an efficient audit process and produce the statutory accounts in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Support with the production of the weekly cash flow forecasts.
• Support the FC to ensure accurate preparation and timely submission of VAT and corporation tax returns.
• Assist with the financial integration of acquired businesses into the Group.
• Liaise with other departments and internal stakeholders on data and financial reporting issues.

The Successful Applicant

Please apply for the Management Accountant position for more information on the role.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of approximately £45,000-£55,000 per annum.
• Permanent role with opportunities for career progression.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on excellence.
• Potential for hybrid working arrangements, depending on location and company policies.