Management Accountant

TN United Kingdom; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Management Accountant for a 9-12 month maternity cover. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a busy finance department, where you will contribute to critical financial functions, including budget development, management accounts production, and variance analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a meaningful impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualified or part-qualified.
• Strong understanding of financial and commercial matters.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual budget schedules with detailed income and expenditure analysis.
• Produce termly management accounts with variance analysis and projections.
• Support the audit process with necessary documentation.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Accounting Software Proficiency

Education

CIMA Qualification

ACCA Qualification

ACA Qualification

Job description

Job Description: Management Accountant (9-12 Month Maternity Cover)

Quote: “Effective performance is preceded by painstaking preparation.” – Brian Tracy

Are you a dynamic and proactive accountant seeking a new challenge? Sheridan Maine is partnering with a reputable Kent-based business to find a talented Management Accountant for a 9–12-month maternity cover. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy finance department and contribute to the smooth operation of their financial functions.

Your responsibilities as the Management Accountant will include:

1. Developing annual budget schedules with detailed income and expenditure analysis.
2. Producing termly management accounts with variance analysis and projections.
3. Identifying and reporting significant variances, proposing corrective actions.
4. Coordinating the annual closedown and preparing accurate outturn figures.
5. Supporting the audit process with necessary documentation.
6. Evaluating and implementing new technologies to improve efficiency.
7. Maintaining daily accounting systems, ensuring accurate transaction recording.
8. Managing month-end processes for timely reporting.
9. Reconciling control accounts monthly.
10. Assisting with monthly payroll entries and debtor management.
11. Supporting purchase processes and supplier relationship management.
12. Monitoring service contracts and utility costs.
13. Providing cost analysis and expenditure tracking.
14. Producing cash flow forecasts and managing bank accounts.
15. Advising on investment policies and asset management.
16. Supporting various projects as needed.

Candidate Requirements:

• CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualified or part-qualified.
• Strong understanding of financial and commercial matters.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Practical, systematic, and able to work efficiently under pressure.

This fixed-term contract offers valuable experience and the chance to be part of a thriving finance team. If you're ready for this exciting challenge, please click “apply” as soon as possible.