Management Accountant

ACCA Careers; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable financial services organization in Southampton is seeking a Management Accountant to oversee financial reporting and budgeting. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £45,000-£55,000, along with opportunities for career progression and a collaborative work environment. Suitable candidates will be detail-oriented and have a passion for finance. Hybrid working arrangements may be available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with a passion for accounting and finance.
• Strong understanding of financial controls and reporting processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis.
• Ensure accurate production of consolidated management accounts.
• Support with the year-end audit process and liaise with auditors.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Analytical skills

Job description

Overview

The Management Accountant role involves overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis to support key business decisions. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a passion for accounting and finance.

Client Details

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.

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.

Profile

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

Job 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.