Management Accountant in Basildon

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Responsible to: Finance Manager

Responsible for:

• Reviewing detailed transactional data and analysing to provide analysis of results against forecast and budget.
• Maintenance of reports and providing ad-hoc financial analysis.

Job Purpose

Providing support in the form of accurate and timely insightful financial information to all stakeholders. The role involves working as part of a centralised finance team to deliver monthly analysis and reporting across the business.

Principal Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Producing insightful analysis of income comparing results to forecast and budget (including divisional analysis).
• Preparing commentary to stakeholders for inclusion in management packs.
• Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Reviewing the quality of data (inputs) to ensure accuracy of reporting.
• Produce regular and timely mid-month reports to track performance.
• Produce detailed review and analysis of the expense base comparing results to forecast and budget (including divisional analysis).
• Support the Finance Manager with the onboarding of additional divisions.
• Support the Client Money Manager with RMAR preparation and submissions.
• Preparation and review of schedules for Sox reporting.
• Performing month end reconciliations and providing account analysis.
• Preparation of Board and Business Review Packs.
• Support the production of annual budget.
• Supporting the preparation of the monthly forecast.
• Assist in the production of annual statutory accounts and audit.
• Work closely with Finance Manager, Finance Business Partners and B&B Group Finance to support change and efficiency.
• Contribution to ongoing continuous improvement of processes within the team.
• To ensure accuracy, efficiency and professionalism when dealing with internal and external clients, including both colleagues and business heads.
• Ensuring tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Liaise and build professional relationships – both internally and externally.
• Other ad hoc tasks as and when required.
• Opportunities to help coach and support Assistant Management Accountants.

Role Requirements

• Part – Qualified Accountant.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Highly organised.
• Ability to thrive in an environment driven by tight deadlines and to deliver results.
• Proficient in Excel.
• Proactive and flexible in their approach.
• Team player.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being

At Brown & Brown Canada, we go beyond traditional benefits by supporting the total well-being of our teammates—physically, financially, and personally. This commitment is reflected in our culture and leadership.

Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance.

Financial Benefits: ESPP; Retirement and savings programs, including RRSP with company match, TFSA options.

Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services.

Beyond Benefits: Increased Stat Holidays & Vacation time, Paid Sick/Personal time, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.

The Power to Be Yourself

Brown & Brown is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our values, we steadfast in providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination.