Management Accountant (Maternity Cover) in Taunton

We are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join our internal Finance Department based in our Taunton office. This is a temporary position to cover maternity leave, for a minimum period of 12 months, but with the possibility of it becoming a permanent role. This role is pivotal in our firm’s financial operations, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely financial information, to support the business in strategic and operational decision making. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening financial controls and contributing to the ongoing development of the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Provide analysis to support the Partners with strategic planning and decision making
• Manage and identify internal finance processes, controls, and procedures for improvement
• Be instrumental in driving the change
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management activities
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and relevant accounting standards
• Support year‑end processes and liaise with external auditors where required

What we need from you

• For you to be ACA or ACCA qualified
• Demonstrable experience in a management accounting or a Finance Manager role
• High level of confidentiality, integrity, and discretion
• Strong team‑working capability with a flexible, proactive attitude
• Excellent IT skills, including advanced Excel; and Power Bi, experience with Practice Engine and Sage is advantageous
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence engaging at all levels of the business

What we can give you in return

• A fantastic place to work with a competitive and flexible benefits package.
• A minimum of 25 days holiday which increases with length of service. Plus the option to buy and sell holiday
• An annual salary review
• Payment of any professional subscriptions relevant to your role
• Level 1 Medicash Plan provided to all employees
• Life assurance
• An employee assistance programme for you and your family
• One volunteering day per year
• Cinema Society discounts
• GymFlex discounts
• Bupa private medical insurance available
• Electric car and cycle to work schemes

Albert Goodman is a firm of Chartered Accountants, Tax Consultants and Financial Planners, providing high-quality advice to over 5000 local and national businesses and individuals. Albert Goodman are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion amongst our people. We are an equal opportunities employer, as well as a Disability Confident Committed employer. We offer an environment where candidates and colleagues feel valued and ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, race, religion or belief, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, sex or sexual orientation. We welcome applicants who can bring new perspectives and experiences, that not only help drive our business forward but make this an exciting firm to be part of.