Management Accountant - Part-Qualified

Michael Page; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Management Accountant to join their hybrid team in Birmingham. The role involves preparing management accounts, overseeing financial reporting, and managing the year-end audit process. Ideal candidates should have a relevant qualification, 1-2+ years experience, and strong analytical skills. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £35,000 to £42,000, with opportunities for career growth and access to employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for career growth

Access to employee benefits

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of experience in management accounting within a large complex organisation.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts for multiple projects.
• Oversee group-level financial reporting activities.
• Drive improvements in financial reporting and analysis processes.

Skills

Management accounting

Financial reporting

Budgeting and forecasting

Analytical skills

Excel

Education

Relevant qualification in accounting or finance

Job description

Overview

Join a fast-paced high-volume team as a Management Accountant, supporting month-end reporting and project accounting within a large, complex group. This hybrid role offers great career growth, strong leadership in a diverse and dynamic environment.

Client Details

This company is a leader in their industry, with multi-billion pound turnover, known for its fast-paced, complex operations and a supportive, diverse team culture.

Description

• Prepare monthly management accounts for multiple projects, including KPI reporting and tailored analysis for senior leadership.
• Oversee group-level financial reporting activities.
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of the balance sheet.
• Coordinate and support the year-end audit process.
• Manage the preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Keep fixed asset and stock registers up to date.
• Drive improvements in financial reporting and analysis processes to boost efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards, regulations, and internal controls, recommending enhancements when needed.
• Produce weekly cash flow forecasts and reconcile inter-company transactions.
• Track and evaluate financial performance against budgets and forecasts, highlighting key variances and areas for improvement.
• Undertake additional finance-related tasks as requested by the Financial Controller or Finance Director

Profile

A successful Assistant Management Accountant should have:

• A relevant qualification in accounting or finance, or working towards one.
• 1-2+ year's experience in management accounting within a large, complex organisation
• Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Ambitious, proactive, and eager to develop professionally
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong Excel skills, confident handling large data sets and inter-company accounting
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• An understanding of accounting principles and compliance standards.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary of approximately £35,000 to £42,000 per annum.
• Permanent role with opportunities for career growth.
• A professional and supportive work environment in B
• Potential for training and development to enhance your skills.
• Access to employee benefits and incentives.

Take the next step in your career as a Management Accountant by applying today. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your expertise in a reputable organisation.