Management Accountant

Echo Managed Services; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Management Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. This role offers the chance to work in a hybrid environment, contributing to financial reporting and analysis for a growing business unit. You will be responsible for preparing month-end accounts, analyzing financial performance, and supporting budget preparations. The ideal candidate will be part or newly qualified, with strong Excel skills and a collaborative mindset. This opportunity promises professional development and a supportive work environment, making it perfect for those eager to advance their careers in finance.

Benefits

Study package after probation

Hybrid working

Free onsite parking

Employer pension contributions

On-site gym

24/7 GP service

Professional development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance program

Access to discounts

Qualifications

• Preparation of month-end management accounts and financial performance analysis.
• Strong Excel skills with meticulous attention to detail required.
• Familiarity with finance packages like Oracle or Xero is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end management accounts, including accruals and prepayments.
• Review monthly results with the Senior Finance Manager.
• Support the Senior Finance Manager with annual budget preparation.

Skills

Management Accounting

Excel

Financial Reporting

Oracle

Communication Skills

Education

CCAB Part or Newly Qualified

Tools

Oracle

Xero

Job description

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Job Title: Management Accountant

Salary: Up to £45,000

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Green Lane Walsall- Hybrid – 3dpw typical in the office

Join our dynamic and forward-thinking finance team and unleash your potential with this exceptional opportunity in a growing business. We are looking to add to our finance team and are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to look after all reporting requirements for an Echo Business Unit.

This role will suit part or newly qualified candidates looking for an all-round Management Accounting opportunity.

The Role

• Preparation of month end management accounts for an Echo Business Unit, to include:
• Calculation of accruals and prepayments
• Journal posting in Oracle
• Preparation of the monthly P&L position
• Preparation of month end balance sheet reconciliations
• Analysis of actual results against budget and forecast, providing commentary on key variances.
• Preparation of financial performance by product, region and customer.
• Review of monthly results with the Senior Finance Manager for the Echo Business Unit.
• Ad hoc finance administration related to the Echo Business Unit.
• Supporting the Senior Finance Manager with the preparation of the annual budget and quarterly reforecast for the Echo Business Unit.
• Ongoing review of financial processes and controls, making recommendations for improvement where necessary.
• First point of contact for accounting queries relating to the Echo Business Unit.
• Supporting the Senior Finance Manager with ad hoc requests for information where required.
• Cross skilling with other Echo Management Accountant roles so cover can be provided as required.
  
  

What You’ll Need

CCAB Part or Newly Qualified

Enthusiasm and a desire to continue your studies towards a professional qualification

Strong excel skills, with meticulous attention to detail.

Familiarity with computer-based finance packages (Oracle or Xero experience would be beneficial but not essential).

Speed and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Team player mindset and excellent communication skills.

Flexible working attitude.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

What You’ll Get In Return

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 pro rata
• Study package after completion of probationary period
• Hybrid working - 3dpw typically in the office, subject to variation based on business need
• Collaborate with diverse teams within the larger Group.
• Free onsite parking
• Employer pension contributions.
• Free on-site parking and on-site gym
• 24/7 GP service
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge, ensuring your continuous growth.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program via Aviva
• Access to store and restaurants discounts
• Great options for career advancement working with the senior team for exposure and guidance
  
  

Who We Are

Echo is part of South Staffordshire PLC, an integrated services group behind South Staffs and Cambridge Water along with a range of other non-regulated services and products to essential services operators and markets. With around 3000 people across the UK and abroad, you’re not just getting a new job; you’re starting a career. There are around 600 of us that make up the Echo team, spread across three continents and four countries. We offer a huge range of exciting roles due to the diversity of our services and software solutions, and we continue to expand and grow as a company at home and overseas.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Outsourcing/Offshoring

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