Senior Management Accountant (Digital & Outsourced Finance)

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

34 days annual leave

Private health insurance

Health cash plan

Death in service benefit

Salary sacrifice

Career progression

Modern open-plan office

Free onsite parking

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group is seeking a Senior Management Accountant (Digital & Outsourced Finance) in the UK. The role combines strong technical accounting with digital transformation, cloud-based platforms, and advisory work for a varied client base.

You will deliver timely management information, use cloud accounting tools, and help clients optimise processes and decision-making in a technology-led environment.

Qualifications

• AAT, ACA, ACCA qualified or qualified by experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience within accounting and bookkeeping.
• Experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, Sage, Dext and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with a portfolio of clients across sectors.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts.
• Review client accounting records and perform adjustments as needed.
• Process journals including accruals, prepayments, payroll and depreciation.
• Analyse performance and provide commentary and recommendations.

Skills

Management accounting

Education

AAT/ACCA/ACCA qualified or equivalent

Tools

Xero

Sage

Dext

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Management Accountant (Digital & Outsourced Finance)

Location: Hybrid / Office-Based

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and ambitious Senior Management Accountant to join a growing Digital & Outsourced Finance team.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about technology, enjoys working with cloud-based accounting solutions, and wants to play a key role in helping businesses improve their financial processes and decision-making.

As a Senior Management Accountant, you will work closely with a varied portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality management information and supporting them through the use of modern accounting technology.

We're looking for a motivated, driven individual who enjoys combining strong technical accounting skills with a genuine interest in digital transformation and process improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where technology and innovation sit at the heart of the client offering.

The Role

As a Senior Management Accountant, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial information to a portfolio of clients across a range of industries. You will become a trusted adviser, helping clients understand their financial performance and make informed business decisions.

Working within a technology-led environment, you'll utilise cloud accounting platforms and digital tools to streamline processes, improve efficiencies, and provide valuable insights to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients across a variety of sectors
• Manage a portfolio of clients and take ownership of assigned work and deadlines
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Review client accounting records and identify any necessary adjustments
• Process accounting journals, including accruals, prepayments, payroll and depreciation
• Analyse financial performance and provide meaningful commentary and recommendations
• Present and discuss financial results directly with clients
• Prepare cash flow forecasts, budgets and financial projections
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Support bookkeeping activities where required
• Train, mentor and support junior members of the team
• Assist with the implementation and optimisation of cloud accounting systems and digital processes
• Champion the use of technology and identify opportunities to improve efficiency for both clients and internal teams
• Contribute to departmental projects and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

The ideal candidate will be technically strong, commercially aware, and enthusiastic about the role technology plays in modern finance functions. As a Senior Management Accountant, you will enjoy working collaboratively with clients while embracing innovation and continuous improvement.

Essential Requirements

• AAT, ACA, ACCA qualified or qualified by experience
• Minimum of 5 years' experience within accounting and bookkeeping
• Strong knowledge of management accounting principles
• Experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, Sage, Dext and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for occasional client visits

Desirable Attributes

• Experience working with multiple clients or within an accountancy practice environment
• Passion for technology, automation and process improvement
• Interest in cloud accounting and digital transformation
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous learning

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
• 34 days annual leave
• Private health insurance
• Health cash plan
• Death in service benefit
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Modern open-plan office environment
• Free onsite parking
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

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