Management Accountant

Aila Recruitment | Certified B Corporation®; St Albans; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Aila Recruitment is seeking a Management Accountant for a prestigious multi-site retailer in Hertfordshire. The successful candidate will oversee financial reporting and analysis while contributing to the company's growth within a supportive, sustainable environment. This role offers hybrid working and opportunities for career progression within a high-caliber finance team.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Hybrid working (3 days in St Albans, 1 remote)

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience with month-end management accounting.
• Good understanding of financial controls.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of balance sheet and P&L accounts.
• Preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support with month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Part Qualified ACCA/CIMA

Job description

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Management Accountant

Are you a detail-oriented and ambitious Management Accountant that would like the opportunity to work within one of the largest multi-site retailers in Hertfordshire? Aila is exclusively partnered with a longstanding client of ours to recruit a Management Accountant on an initial 15-month Fixed Term Contract.

About the Company:

• ~£4bn turnover and operating more than 1000 sites nationwide
• The leader in its field, with continuous plans for acquisitions
• Worked with Aila for several years with a high progression & retention rate
• Focused on sustainability with an excellent culture and environment

The Role:

The Management Accountant is a key member of the group financial reporting team with responsibility for assisting with the monthly accounting cycle, including ownership over P&L and balance sheet lines and the production of relevant and meaningful analysis, commentary and reconciliations around their areas of reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of balance sheet and P&L accounts and assume responsibility for financial reporting and operational queries relating to those areas
• Provide insightful and meaningful commentary around P&L variances to budget and prior month/year
• Prepare accurate balance sheet reconciliations monthly in a timely manner
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Be willing and able to challenge and manage the stakeholders in areas on responsibility
• Support with month-end and year-end close processes
• Liaise with and support other teams within the finance function (sales ledger, purchase ledger, reconciliations, FP&A) to resolve queries, drive efficiencies and add value
• Support with interim and year-end audit queries around areas of responsibility
• Suggest process and control changes to drive continual improvement around financial control and reporting
• Perform other ad-hoc duties and reporting as needed

The Ideal Candidate:

• Part Qualified ACCA/ CIMA Accountant with month end management accounting experience
• A good understanding of financial controls and risks
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and to work to deadlines
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with colleagues and external contacts
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make rational decisions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively

What they Offer:

• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid working (3 days in St Albans, 1 remote)
• Opportunity to progress in a large month end finance team

How to Apply:

We want to hear from you if you're excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to excel in this role. Apply now for further information.

About Aila Recruitment:

Aila is a specialist finance recruitment business dedicated to providing the best jobs to the best people. We operate as an extended arm of our client's business and a career coach for our candidates' ongoing development.

Not quite the right role for you? Contact us to discuss other opportunities and start a partnership with a finance agency that puts you first.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Retail

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