Management Accountant – 6 months minimum

Accountancy Action; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transactional Management Accountant to enhance their dynamic finance team. This pivotal role focuses on overseeing accounts payable processes and managing financial transactions across multiple sites, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in transactional finance within a fast-paced environment, showcasing strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. This opportunity offers a chance to drive efficiency and accuracy in financial operations, making a significant impact in a growing business environment. If you're ready for a rewarding challenge, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts payable and transactional finance.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable processes and manage financial transactions.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Transactional Finance

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Education

AAT-qualified / Part qualified

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial Systems

Job description

Company Overview:A market-leading specialist business with projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, we are seeking aTransactional Management Accountantto join our dynamic finance team. This role will have a strong focus on transactional finance, particularly accounts payable, and will be instrumental in supporting multi-site financial operations.

The Role:As aTransactional Management Accountant, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing financial transactions across multiple sites, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. Reporting to the Finance Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Managing the accounts payable ledger, reconciling supplier statements, and resolving any discrepancies.
• Supporting the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing journal entries and reconciling key accounts.
• Assisting with cash flow forecasting and monitoring accounts payable trends to improve working capital management.
• Collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to streamline processes and maintain strong financial controls.
• Assisting with VAT returns and ensuring compliance with relevant tax regulations.
• Supporting the preparation of management accounts, including variance analysis and reporting on transactional data.
• Driving process improvements and supporting system enhancements to increase efficiency in transactional finance operations.
• Ensuring adherence to company financial policies and procedures across all sites.
• Assisting with ad-hoc finance projects, reporting, and audits as required.

The Ideal Candidate:We are looking for anAAT-qualified / Part qualifiedfinance professional with strong transactional finance experience, particularly in accounts payable, within a multi-site environment. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in accounts payable and transactional finance within a fast-paced, multi-site organisation.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial processes, and controls.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage high volumes of transactions accurately.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills to work effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
• Proficiency in financial systems, including accounts payable modules, and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous process improvement.
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritise workloads, and work independently as well as part of a team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take on a key role in a growing business, driving efficiency and accuracy in transactional finance operations across multiple locations.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role within a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you!