Management Accountant

hireful; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Management Accountant to join its dynamic finance team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for part-qualified or newly qualified candidates to oversee reporting requirements, prepare management accounts, and support financial processes. With a competitive salary and hybrid working conditions, this position emphasizes professional development and collaboration across diverse teams. Enjoy benefits like a study package, onsite gym facilities, and opportunities for career advancement in a growing organization that values its employees.

Benefits

Study package after probation

Hybrid working

Free onsite parking

Employer pension contributions

On-site gym facilities

24/7 GP service

Professional development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance program via Aviva

Store and restaurant discounts

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or newly qualified candidates are preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of month-end management accounts and financial reports.
• Analysis of actual results against budget and forecast.

Skills

CCAB Part-qualified or Newly Qualified

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Team player mindset

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Oracle

Xero

Job description

Job Title: Management Accountant

Salary: Up to £45,000

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Walsall - Hybrid - 3 days per week typically in the office

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

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

The Role:

1. Preparation of month-end management accounts for a Business Unit, including:

• Calculation of accruals and prepayments
• Journal posting in Oracle
• Preparation of the monthly P&L
• Preparation of month-end balance sheet reconciliations
• Analysis of actual results against budget and forecast, with commentary on key variances
• Preparation of financial performance reports by product, region, and customer
• Review of monthly results with the Senior Finance Manager
• Ad hoc finance administration related to the Business Unit
• Supporting the Senior Finance Manager with the annual budget and quarterly reforecast
• Review of financial processes and controls, with recommendations for improvements
• Acting as the first point of contact for accounting queries related to the Business Unit
• Supporting ad hoc requests for information
• Cross-skilling with other Management Accountant roles for coverage as needed

Supporting the team with ongoing financial process improvements

What you'll need:

• CCAB Part-qualified or Newly Qualified
• Enthusiasm and a desire to continue studies towards a professional qualification
• Strong Excel skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Familiarity with computer-based finance packages (Oracle or Xero experience beneficial but not essential)
• Speed and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis, meeting 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 probation
• Hybrid working - typically 3 days in the office per week, subject to variation
• Collaborate with diverse teams within the larger Group
• Free onsite parking
• Employer pension contributions
• On-site gym facilities
• 24/7 GP service
• Professional development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program via Aviva
• Store and restaurant discounts
• Opportunities for career advancement with exposure to senior management

Who they are:

Our client is an integrated services group offering a range of non-regulated services and products to essential services operators and markets. With around 3,000 employees across the UK and abroad, they provide diverse roles and continue to expand. Their team spans three continents and four countries, emphasizing growth and opportunity in a dynamic environment.