Management Accountant

Supporting the Financial Controller with the timely and accurate month end close process, underpinned by a robust control environment across the finance function. Delivering consolidated management accounts and annual statutory accounts. Developing accounting policies, KPIs and cash flow forecasts.

Client Details

A growing, PE backed organisation.

Description

* Ensure daily, weekly and monthly reporting is done in an accurate, concise and timely manner.
* Produce full set of consolidated management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow) by 5th working day of month and relevant schedules for the board pack.
* Ensure key controls are operating effectively and oversee a robust review of balance sheet review at month end.
* Produce analysis of costs vs budget.
* Support with the production of monthly reports for Lenders and Investors.
* Continuous review and improvement of month end reporting processes to keep pace with changes in the business and drive efficiency.
* Investigate accounting issues that arise.
* Support the FC with the year end audit process - liaise between auditors and other parts of the business to ensure an efficient audit process and produce the statutory accounts in an accurate and timely fashion.
* Production of the weekly cash flow forecasts.
* Ensure accurate preparation and timely submission of VAT and corporation tax returns.
* Assist with the financial integration of acquired businesses into the Group.
* Liaise with other departments and internal stakeholders on data and financial reporting issues.

Profile

* Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent
* Accountancy qualification
* Experience of producing management accounts
* Report writing, data analysis and interpretation
* Driving process improvements and changes to meet organisational objectives
* Experience of using financial systems
* Setting up/reviewing and maintaining financial processes
* MS Office, strong Excel skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to think logically and apply a methodical approach to organising information or preparing a business proposal.
* High level of accuracy, with strong attention to detail
* Ability to maintain confidence of staff at all levels
* Ability to cost-effectively fulfil an unending requirement from finite resource

Job Offer

A competitive salary and benefits package plus hybrid working