Senior Management Accountant

Hamberley Care Management Limited; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Cambridgeshire seeks a Senior Management Accountant to lead financial processes and drive excellence in reporting. You will manage month-end closes, prepare management accounts, and mentor junior staff. Applicants should hold an accounting qualification and have experience in a similar role. Join us for a rewarding career that impacts lives positively.

Benefits

Competitive salary

High street discounts

20 days annual leave

Workplace pension

Employee Assistance Service

Career development opportunities

Refer a Friend Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Comfortable working under pressure.
• Self-starter with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare management accounts and reports.
• Provide financial analysis to support decision-making.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in financial systems

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Be all you can be with Hamberley

We have an exciting opportunity for a individual with an experienced Senior Management Accountant to join our finance team at Hamberley Care Homes.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled finance professional who thrives on leading teams, driving financial excellence, and promoting continuous improvement within a values-driven organisation.

In this role, the Senior Management Accountant will support with offering scope for growth and flexibility as the business continues to evolve.

We offer:

• Competitive annual salary.
• Access high street discounts and money saving tips via our mobile friendly benefits platform
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Workplace pension.
• Employee Assistance Service
• Opportunities to learn more and move up in your career.
• Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral
• The office is close to a train station and has onsite parking allocated for this role.

What you'll be doing:

At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day'.

Some of the things you'll do in the role include:

• Leading the weekly, month-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Preparing management accounts, board packs, departmental reports, and detailed analysis of head office spend.
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Providing financial analysis and insights to support decision-making across the business.
• Monitoring business costs and driving efficiency improvements.
• Reviewing and supporting payment processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Ensuring robust financial controls and compliance with statutory regulations.
• Managing cash flow and supporting treasury and banking relationships.
• Liaising with external auditors and overseeing the annual audit process.
• Acting as a business partner to operational and departmental leads, presenting financial information clearly and effectively.
• Mentoring and developing junior team members.
• Contributing to finance transformation and other strategic projects.

Could you be part of our team?

About You:

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification, or qualified by experience
• Proven experience in a similar role, or a strong candidate making a first move from practice.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and self-management skills.
• Have proficiency in using financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to cope under pressure and deliver during periods of change.
• A flexible, pro-active and willing approach and be comfortable working within a team.
• An innovative and inquisitive mind to challenge and improve existing and new process and controls.
• Are a self-starter with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• You'll be well organised, and able to prioritise work based on urgency.
• Possess a strong understanding of financial and accounting principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

If this sounds like you and you're looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you.

About Hamberley:

At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. We respect and value our residents and each other. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!