Strategic Management Accountant: Profitability Insight

Robert Walters UK; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing financial services firm in Salford seeks a Management Accountant to enhance its commercial success through accurate reporting and insightful financial analysis. In this role, you will prepare management accounts, analyze performance, and support operational teams to inform strategic decisions. Ideal candidates will be newly qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with strong Excel skills and a proactive mindset, thriving in a collaborative environment that promotes continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Training resources for development

Qualifications

• Newly qualified with up-to-date technical knowledge.
• Comfortable with large datasets and financial systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience in fast-growing businesses.
• Commercially minded with problem-solving approach.
• Constructive communication style.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts including profit and loss and variance analysis.
• Ensure timely reports for effective cost management.
• Comment on performance against budget and forecasts.
• Monitor performance against budget, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Analyze sales trends and costs for improvement areas.
• Support pricing and product decisions with financial analysis.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Advanced Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving attitude

Education

CIMA / ACCA / ACA qualification

Tools

Modern financial systems

Job description

A growing financial services firm in Salford seeks a Management Accountant to enhance its commercial success through accurate reporting and insightful financial analysis. In this role, you will prepare management accounts, analyze performance, and support operational teams to inform strategic decisions. Ideal candidates will be newly qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with strong Excel skills and a proactive mindset, thriving in a collaborative environment that promotes continuous improvement.