We are delighted to be supporting a growing and highly successful organisation in the appointment of an experienced Management Accountant .
This is a key role within an efficient, well-controlled and high-performing finance function. Reporting into the Financial Controller , you will play an important part in delivering high-quality management, financial and statutory reporting, while providing meaningful insight to support business performance and strategic decision-making.
The successful candidate will combine strong technical accounting expertise with excellent commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills. This is an opportunity for a hands-on finance professional to make a genuine impact, support the continued development of the finance function and help drive greater efficiency through improved processes, automation and business partnering.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare full monthly management accounts, supporting schedules and the wider reporting suite.
- Take ownership of balance sheet management, including the fixed asset register and monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
- Partner with senior management and wider business stakeholders, providing insightful reporting and analysis, particularly against forecast.
- Analyse, interpret and present financial information clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
- Support the preparation and submission of statutory accounts and group reporting within agreed deadlines and in accordance with relevant accounting standards and legislation.
- Act as a key point of contact for external auditors, supporting an efficient and well-managed year-end audit process.
- Assist with the preparation and submission of corporate tax, statutory and government returns.
- Support the implementation of new finance systems and technology.
- Assist with annual budgeting, planning and reforecasting, with particular responsibility for staff costs, overheads, cash flow and balance sheet considerations.
- Ensure intercompany transactions, loans and associated interest are accurately accounted for.
- Oversee and understand income receipt and associated distribution and recharge processes across relevant business partners.
- Provide guidance and support to operational stakeholders on financial procedures, regulatory requirements and relevant accounting rules.
- Review and develop accounting processes and systems, identifying opportunities for automation, simplification and improved efficiency.
- Lead, coach and develop members of the finance team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.
- Undertake other relevant and reasonable duties in support of the wider finance function and business.
About You
You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CGMA) with strong technical accounting experience and a proven track record of working across management accounts, statutory reporting, audit and taxation.
You will be commercially minded, confident working with senior stakeholders and comfortable challenging information where appropriate. A hands-on approach is essential, alongside the ability to operate effectively in a changing and sometimes challenging environment.
Essential Experience & Skills
- Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with proven post-qualification experience.
- Strong experience preparing full management accounts and supporting financial information.
- Previous experience across statutory accounting, taxation and audit.
- Demonstrable leadership experience, including the ability to motivate, develop and inspire colleagues.
- Excellent analytical skills with a strong attention to detail.
- Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to manage changing priorities and challenging situations while maintaining focus on objectives.
- Confident and assertive, with the ability to constructively challenge and question information.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to get involved across the finance function.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to manage expectations and drive performance.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage effectively at all levels.
Desirable Experience
- Experience within the legal or insurance sectors.
- Knowledge of Solicitors' Accounts Rules and associated regulatory requirements.
- Exposure to long-term contract accounting and/or work-in-progress.
- Experience working within a fast-paced environment with strict reporting deadlines.
- Strong ability to work independently, exercise sound professional judgement and involve appropriate stakeholders when required.
Management Accountant in Wakefield employer: CRA Consulting Careers
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