At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide strategic financial insights and support key decisions in the construction industry.
- Company: Dynamic construction firm in Runcorn with a focus on growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Stable permanent position with a proactive and solutions-focused environment.
- Why this job: Join a thriving team and make a real impact in the construction sector.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant with experience in construction or housebuilding.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Client Details
This organisation operates within the construction industry in Runcorn, £60mil T/O business.
- Description
- Strategic Business Partnering
- Provide strategic financial partnership to the Commercial Director and Senior Leadership Team, offering insight, challenge and support for key decisions
- Support bids and strategic opportunities by providing financial analysis and commercial input to tenders
- Challenging assumptions and influencing outcomes with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
- Financial Control & Reporting
- Lead P&L and cashflow management in collaboration with the Commercial Director and QS teams
- Maintain accurate project financial reporting, including cost tracking, budget monitoring, margin analysis, WIP and accruals
- Ensure CVR accuracy by identifying and resolving discrepancies, including outdated accruals in CVR and Business Central system Management Accounts
- Manage the Fixed Asset Register, including additions, disposal and depreciations
- Producing and interpreting monthly management account with variance analysis
- Own the month‑end close process, including accruals, prepayments and staff allocations
- Conduct overhead variance analysis to identify trends and cost drivers
- Manage intercompany accounts and ensure accurate reconciliations
- Prepare monthly business unit reporting packs for senior review
- Prepare & Reconcile VAT returns and ensure timely submission
- Reconcile monthly balance sheet accounts including intercompany balances, resolving queries
- Support the audit process by preparing documentation and evidence
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes
- System - Root cause analysis - investigating underlying problems and implementing long‑term solutions
- Providing support to the Finance department as required
- Profile
- Fully qualified accountant (e. g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA,)
- Proven experience working in a similar role in the housebuilding or construction sector
- Strong technical grounding
- Strong Excel and data analysis skills
- Organised, proactive and solutions-focused
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Analytical mindset with high attention to detail
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Strong commercial curiosity - you want to understand how the business really works
- Job Offer
- A competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £60,000, dependent on the level of experience.
- Permanent position offering stability and growth opportunities.
- Based in Runcorn, with a focus on the construction industry.
- 25 days holidays plus BH
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Management Account in Runcorn employer: Michael Page
At Michael Page, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that champions community impact through our Social Value Lead role. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing employees with ample opportunities for professional growth while making a meaningful difference in the property industry. Located in a vibrant area, we offer competitive salaries and a commitment to employee well-being, ensuring that you thrive both personally and professionally.
We think you need these skills to ace Management Account in Runcorn
Financial Analysis
P&L Management
Cashflow Management
Project Financial Reporting
Budget Monitoring
Variance Analysis
Fixed Asset Management
