At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and review management accounts while collaborating with leisure centre managers and directors.
- Company: Join Parkwood Leisure, a leading operator of public leisure facilities in the UK.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, free parking, and comprehensive training support.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in finance while contributing to community health and happiness.
- Qualifications: Studying towards ACCA/ACA/CIMA or qualified by experience with strong Excel skills.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Parkwood Leisure Head Office - Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire. Full Time, Permanent, flexible/hybrid options available.
Based at our head office in Droitwich, our Finance department is on the hunt for a Management Accountant to join our central support team. Our finance department has a proven track record for staff training, development and support and we offer free parking, flexible/hybrid working options and study support as part of our generous package.
The Opportunity
- Review and preparation of monthly multi-site management accounts including liaising with leisure centre managers, regional directors and directors based at Head Office.
- Assist with the preparation and review of financial reports for board directors or internal/external parties.
- Support the Senior Finance Manager in the reviewing and management of all the monthly and annual financial reporting requirements.
- Assist with maintaining the integrity of the financial results.
- Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, and resolve reconciling items.
- Identification of training needs within the operational teams and implementation of training plans.
- Regular review of internal controls/processes, ensuring existing processes are fit for purpose and making recommendations for improvement to the Senior Finance team.
- Undertake any other duties as may be required by the company.
The Candidate
- Studying towards ACCA/ACA/CIMA or qualified by experience.
- Previous management accounts experience.
- Strong spreadsheet skills (Excel/Google Sheets).
- Must be IT proficient.
- Meticulous, organised, enthusiastic and hardworking.
- Good communication skills.
- Have a good attention to detail.
- Ability to work within tight deadlines and timescales.
- Good time management and the willingness to take a hands-on approach.
- Able to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplined team.
What can Parkwood Leisure offer you?
- Employee benefits portal.
- Pension Scheme.
- Company sick pay.
- Career progression.
- Training and development.
About Parkwood Leisure
We are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers that are committed to inclusion and diversity. Parkwood Leisure was established over 20 years ago and is now one of the UK's leading operators of publicly owned leisure facilities. Working with Legacy Leisure Limited, Lex Leisure CIC, Creating Active Futures and Active Communities Together, we’re a company that’s proud to deliver a first-class service to each of the facilities we manage and is committed to working with local communities to make a difference and provide a healthier and happier lifestyle to the communities we serve.
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