Trainee Management Accountant / Finance Manager

Contract Personnel Limited; Horsham St. Faith; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking a motivated individual for a management accounting role. You will maintain bookkeeping records, assist in monthly account production, and manage cash flow forecasts. Ideal candidates have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude. This role is perfect for those looking to enhance their financial skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Some experience in management accounting is preferred, but formal qualifications are not required.
• A willingness to learn and develop financial skills through on-the-job training or further study.
• An understanding of work in progress and project-based accounting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain bookkeeping records, including processing invoices and managing payroll.
• Assist in the production of monthly management accounts.
• Monitor and optimise cash flow and prepare forecasts.
• Manage job costing and ensure accurate project tracking.
• Support preparation of lead schedules for annual accounts.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Competence in Excel

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role offers a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to work closely with senior leadership while developing their skills in management accounting and bookkeeping. The successful candidate will handle a range of responsibilities that are critical to the smooth financial operation of the business.

We re seeking someone who is not only technically capable but also highly organised and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess a high sense of urgency, ensuring that critical financial tasks are completed accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

• Accurately maintain bookkeeping records, including processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and managing payroll.
• Assist in the production of timely and robust monthly management accounts.
• Monitor and optimise cash flow, including preparing cash flow forecasts.
• Manage job costing, ensuring all projects are tracked and reported accurately.
• Support the preparation of lead schedules for annual accounts.
• Develop and maintain financial KPIs and dashboards to inform decision-making.
• Collaborate with operations to streamline processes and implement efficient, tech-enabled systems.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and liaise with external accountants as needed.
• Respond promptly to ad hoc financial queries and provide actionable insights to the leadership team.

Qualifications

• Some experience in management accounting (formal qualifications are not required).
• Understanding of work in progress and how to account for it, as it relates to long project-based work.
• A willingness to learn and develop financial skills through on-the-job training or further study.
• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• A proactive, "can-do" attitude and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Competence in Excel and a general aptitude for working with numbers and data.
• An interest in systems and processes, with a problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.