Management Accountant

Integrated Water Services (Mechanical and Electrical) IWS M&E; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services company is looking for a Management Accountant to join their finance team. This role offers hybrid working, supporting financial control and month-end reporting within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be CIMA or ACCA qualified and have strong communication and analytical skills. A competitive salary is available based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday and access to a gym.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Employer pension contributions

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free on-site gym

24/7 GP service

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Discounts at stores and restaurants

Qualifications

• Qualified in CIMA or ACCA with ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Good communication, analytical and presentation skills required.
• Strong background in commercial finance and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain financial control.
• Prepare month-end reporting packs accurately and on time.
• Support statutory accounting and reporting processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical skills

IT skills in Excel

Education

CIMA or ACCA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Management Accountant

Location: Green Lane Walsall – Hybrid – 3 days per week typically in the office

Salary: Up to £50k dependent on qualifications and experience

Overview

IWS M&E is part of South Staffordshire PLC, a group that includes South Staffs and Cambridge Water, along with a range of other non‑regulated services businesses supporting essential industries. With around 3,000 employees across the UK and internationally, joining us means more than just a new job – it’s the start of a long‑term career.

Role

We’re looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join our Integrated Water Services (Mechanical & Electrical) Finance team. This is a key role, reporting directly to the Finance Manager. This challenging and rewarding position will give you the opportunity to make your mark in a commercially focused and fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Implementing and maintaining financial control.
• Regular communication with all levels of management across the business.
• Knowledge of accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations, posting journals and carrying out monthly project reviews.
• Understanding of cost management accounting ensuring controls and processes are being adhered to and improved where possible.
• Preparing all levels of month‑end reporting packs in a timely and accurate manner.
• Supporting on a variety of other financial reporting and analysis tasks as needed to fulfil company and group requirements.
• Supporting the statutory accounting and reporting process carried out through Group Finance, including the external audit of the IWS M&E business.
• Supporting day‑to‑day financial processing as part of a small team.

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified in CIMA or ACCA, with a proven ability to meet tight deadlines; attention to detail is a must.
• Good communication, analytical and presentation skills; strong IT skills in Excel and other Microsoft packages.
• Previous experience within the water industry is desirable but not essential.
• Strong commercial background, able to present and communicate complex financial information clearly to Senior Managers and the Executive team.
• Team player with a can‑do attitude, upholding honesty, integrity and discretion.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, depending on experience.
• Hybrid working – 3 days per week typically in the office.
• Employer pension contributions.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Collaboration with diverse teams within the larger Group.
• Free on‑site gym.
• 24/7 GP service.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee assistance programme via Aviva.
• Access to store and restaurant discounts.