Management Accountant – Payroll & Reporting

Heart of England Mencap; Atherstone on Stour CP; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Heart of England Mencap is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join the Finance Team at the Alscot Office. The role covers payroll, monthly management accounts, budgeting and financial reporting, with strong emphasis on accuracy and controls.

You will work with the Head of Finance & Commissioning, operational managers and senior leadership to deliver reliable financial information and support effective decision-making.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Experience with payroll processing and payroll legislation/HMRC requirements.
• Knowledge of balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Manage and process the monthly payroll.
• Prepare journals, accruals and prepayments.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and monitoring.
• Analyse financial performance and variances.
• Maintain fixed asset register and financial controls.
• Support annual audits and statutory reporting.
• Review invoices, payment runs and expenses within delegated limits.
• Provide financial guidance to managers and HR payroll liaising.

Skills

Payroll processing

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

AAT qualification

ACCA/CIMA/ACA (part-qualification)

Tools

Sage

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Management Accountant – Payroll & Reporting

Location: Alscot Office, Atherstone-on-Stour, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 8NEHours: Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pmContract: PermanentSalary: £35,000 per annum

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We are looking for an experienced and motivated Management Accountant to join our Finance Team. This is an important role supporting the organisation with accurate financial reporting, payroll, budgeting and financial controls.

You will work closely with the Head of Finance & Commissioning, operational managers and senior leadership, providing reliable financial information and supporting effective decision-making.

About the Role

You will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of key finance processes, including:

• Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Managing and processing the monthly payroll
• Preparing journals, accruals and prepayments
• Completing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and budget monitoring
• Analysing financial performance and variances
• Maintaining financial controls and the fixed asset register
• Supporting annual audits and statutory reporting
• Reviewing and authorising invoices, payment runs and expenses within delegated limits
• Providing financial guidance and support to managers
• Supervising and supporting Finance Assistants
• Working closely with HR regarding starters, leavers and payroll changes
• Liaising with HMRC, pension providers and other external organisations

You will also contribute to improving finance processes and systems, ensuring work is accurate, efficient and compliant with organisational policies and statutory requirements.

About You

We are looking for someone who is organised, analytical and confident working with financial information.

You will ideally have:

• AAT qualification, part-qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or relevant experience
• Previous experience preparing management accounts
• Experience processing payroll and knowledge of payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
• Experience with Sage accounting systems; Sage Payroll experience is desirable
• Strong Excel skills, including advanced Excel
• Experience of balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A professional and confidential approach
• A proactive, solution-focused and collaborative attitude

Experience of budgeting, financial reporting, audit support and working with senior management or Boards would be advantageous.

What We Offer

• Flexible Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Extensive training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders
• High street and online retailer discounts
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Long service awards
• Sick pay
• Life assurance scheme
• Staff recognition awards

If you're an experienced finance professional looking for a rewarding role where your skills can make a real difference within a values-led organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Summary

Salary

£35,000

Closing date