Management Accountant

Môrwell Talent Solutions Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Management Accountant for a full-time position based in Cardiff. The successful candidate will manage financial operations, including reporting, budgeting, and forecasting while supporting the finance function's growth. The role requires strong accounting knowledge and experience in SME environments, along with proficiency in tools like Xero. This position offers hybrid working, a salary of up to £35,000 per annum, and various benefits including an annual bonus and competitive leave.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus opportunity

Hybrid working model

Statutory Pension contribution

23 days annual leave plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Experience producing management accounts.
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP.
• Proactive and able to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting and operational finance activities.
• Prepare monthly management accounts.
• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets.

Skills

Qualified, part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience

Experience working in an SME environment

Strong technical accounting knowledge

Solid experience using Xero

Experience with multi-currency transactions

Strong attention to detail

Proactive approach

Tools

Xero

Job description

Overview

Location: Cardiff (hybrid working pattern on offer)

Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum plus bonus (DOE)

Môrwell Talent Solutions is delighted to be working with an SME business in the Cardiff area in their search for an experienced Management Accountant to join their team. This newly created role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional to take ownership of the finance function and help shape its future.

Role Overview

The Management Accountant will be responsible for the full financial management and control of the organisation. Reporting directly to the Fractional CEO, the role will be both strategic and hands-on, covering day-to-day finance operations as well as management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and process improvement.

This position would suit an ambitious, proactive and driven individual who enjoys building systems, taking responsibility and adding value in a growing SME environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Operations: Oversee all daily accounting and operational finance activities
• Financial Operations: Manage the finance inbox and respond to internal and external enquiries
• Financial Operations: Process accounts payable and receivable
• Financial Operations: Raise sales invoices and maintain accurate billing schedules
• Financial Operations: Manage credit control and follow up overdue payments
• Financial Operations: Reconcile bank accounts and oversee bank feeds
• Financial Operations: Maintain accurate financial records and organised filing systems
• Financial Operations: Process payroll and associated reporting
• Financial Operations: Manage expense claims in line with company policy
• Financial Operations: Maintain and reconcile the general ledger
• Financial Operations: Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Financial Operations: Liaise with external accountants and advisers as required
• Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts
• Financial Reporting: Produce cash flow statements and balance sheet reconciliations
• Financial Reporting: Support year-end accounts preparation and audit process
• Financial Reporting: Provide clear and insightful financial reporting to the CEO and leadership team
• Financial Reporting: Develop and improve reporting formats as the business grows
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and rolling forecasts
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Monitor financial performance and highlight variances
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Maintain and manage cash flow forecasts
• Systems, Processes & Controls: Maintain, manage and develop Xero accounting system
• Systems, Processes & Controls: Improve and document internal controls and procedures
• Systems, Processes & Controls: Introduce efficiencies and automation where appropriate
• Systems, Processes & Controls: Support implementation of new finance-related processes
• Business & Operational Support: Work closely with operational and event teams on costing and project analysis
• Business & Operational Support: Provide support for project P&Ls and budget tracking
• Business & Operational Support: Assist with resource planning and financial decision-making
• Business & Operational Support: Support HR and Operations with payroll and benefits administration
• Business & Operational Support: Assist with compliance and regulatory requirements

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Qualified, part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience
• Experience working in an SME environment, ideally in a growing business
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of UK GAAP
• Solid experience using Xero would be advantageous
• Experience with multi-currency transactions and reconciliations
• Previous experience producing management accounts
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Proactive approach with the ability to work autonomously

Desirable

• Experience within events, media or professional services
• Knowledge of EU VAT and international tax considerations
• Experience with CRM or project accounting systems

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on, motivated and self-driven
• Highly organised, with strong prioritisation skills
• Confident communicator, able to explain financial information clearly
• Collaborative and adaptable within a small team environment
• Professional, ethical and discreet at all times

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive base salary of £35,000 doe, plus benefits
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Hybrid working model (Cardiff office and remote)
• Statutory Pension contribution
• 23 days annual leave plus public holidays

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing, international organisation

If this sounds like the role for you, please get in touch with Môrwell Talent Solutions ASAP