At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage financial processes, reporting, and controls for two dynamic business units.
- Company: Leading finance client in Peterborough with a focus on growth and development.
- Benefits: Up to £45,000 salary, 18% pension, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career advancement and skill development.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and make a real impact on financial decision-making.
- Qualifications: CIMA/ACCA/ACA finalist or newly qualified with relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.
- Management Accountant
- Peterborough
- Full Time, Permanent
- Up to £45,000 P. A + Excellent Benefits including 18% Pension
We are now looking for a talented Management Accountant to join the finance function of one of our leading clients in Peterborough.
The successful candidate will support two distinct business units within a shared finance function, taking responsibility for key financial processes, monthly reporting and maintaining strong financial controls.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their experience within a varied and fast-paced environment.
- Accountabilities for the Management Accountant
- Prepare, own and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls.
- Manage the month-end process across both business units, including journals, accruals, prepayments and variance analysis.
- Produce monthly management accounts packs, KPI reports and financial analysis to support business decision-making.
- Provide commentary on financial performance, identifying trends and explaining variances.
- Support statutory reporting, external audits and compliance submissions.
- Prepare and submit Office for National Statistics (ONS) returns accurately and within deadlines.
- Build relationships across both business units, acting as a key point of contact for financial queries.
- Provide operational support for cash allocation, banking queries and accounts payable during busy periods or staff absence.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting quality and financial controls.
- Liaise with internal and external audit teams, providing information and support as required.
- Support the Finance Manager with ad hoc duties and projects.
- What you'll need
- Finalist or newly qualified CIMA / ACCA / ACA (or equivalent / qualified by experience).
- Previous experience in a management accounting role, trainee position or relevant finance placement.
- Understanding of UK GAAP / IFRS fundamentals and financial control principles.
- Strong Excel skills, including V Lookups and Pivot Tables.
- Experience using ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
- Ability to analyse financial information, identify trends and explain variances.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines across two business units.
- Strong communication skills, with the confidence to engage with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Benefits for the Management Accountant
- Pension scheme up to 18% combined.
- Monday - Friday core hours (site based).
- 25 days + 8 bank holidays.
Applications from outside the UK will not be considered.
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