Management Accountant

Orion; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing group of companies in Bodiam is seeking a Management Accountant to oversee finance operations and provide strategic analysis. This role will manage accounts, prepare financial reports, and offer opportunities for professional growth towards a Finance Manager position. Strong Excel skills and AAT qualification are essential. Hybrid working is available.

Benefits

Study support

Hybrid working flexibility

Clear progression path to Finance Manager

Qualifications

• Strong Excel proficiency with pivot tables and data analysis.
• Comfortable balancing operational and strategic responsibilities.
• Motivated to achieve full qualification and grow within a finance environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee transactional processes, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and conduct variance analysis.
• Manage intercompany reconciliations and financial controls.

Skills

Strong Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Ability to interpret financial data

Solution-oriented mindset

Ability to switch between operational and strategic responsibilities

Education

AAT qualified and actively studying ACCA, CIMA, or ACA

Job description

Management Accountant

Location: Bodiam

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

Reporting to: Group Head of Finance

Benefits: Study Support, Hybrid working

A growing group of companies with operations in the UK and US is seeking a Management Accountant to support both day-to-day finance operations and higher-level analytical tasks. This role sits between the Group Head of Finance and the Accounts Executive, covering three entities across two countries.

This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail, a passion for numbers, and the ability to balance operational responsibilities with strategic financial analysis. The role offers exposure to international operations and a clear pathway to a Finance Manager position as the group continues to expand.

Key Responsibilities as a Management Accountant

• Oversee transactional processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable, expenses, and bank reconciliations.
• Perform and review month-end close activities such as accruals, prepayments, journals, and reconciliations.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records across all entities.
• Manage intercompany reconciliations and maintain robust financial controls.
• Prepare monthly management accounts.
• Conduct variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast), identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Support advanced financial analysis including profitability, investment cases, and cash flow planning.
• Collaborate with operational teams to gather data and explain financial results.

Key Attributes required for the Management Accountant opportunity:

• AAT qualified and actively studying ACCA, CIMA, or ACA.
• Strong Excel proficiency (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis, report building).
• Comfortable switching between operational and strategic responsibilities.
• Ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights effectively.
• Solution-oriented with a keen eye for identifying and resolving issues.
• Motivated to achieve full qualification and grow within a group finance environment.

As a Management Accountant, whats on Offer

• Study support (exam leave and financial assistance).
• Exposure to group accounting and international operations.
• Clear progression path to Finance Manager.
• Opportunity to influence financial processes and reporting.
• On-site role with hybrid flexibility for the right candidate.
• Inclusive and supportive work culture.

If this Management Accountant opportunity is of interest, please dont hesitate to contact Jemma at Orion Electrotech.