Accounting Supervisor / Management Accountant in Kendal

Accounting Supervisor / Management Accountant in Kendal

Kendal Full-Time 40000 - 50000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Robert Half

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support financial operations and deliver insightful reporting in a fast-paced environment.
  • Company: Join a well-established and growing organisation in the construction sector.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development support, and a dynamic work culture.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a forward-thinking business.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on financial processes and gain broad exposure in finance.
  • Qualifications: Experience in finance, proficiency in Excel, and studying towards CIMA, ACA, or ACCA.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.

A well-established and growing organisation within the construction/manufacturing sector is seeking a Management Accountant to join its finance team. This is a key role supporting the Head of Finance, offering broad exposure across financial operations, reporting, and analysis in a fast-paced environment.

The Management Accountant will play an instrumental role in ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations. You'll be responsible for maintaining robust financial processes, supporting decision-making through insightful reporting, and ensuring compliance with internal and external obligations.

  • Oversee and support the purchase ledger, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing
  • Resolve finance queries efficiently across the business
  • Maintain and reconcile purchase ledger accounts, ensuring balances are followed up
  • Manage fortnightly subcontractor payment cycles
  • Process expenses, mileage journals, and credit card transactions with accurate job costing
  • Handle daily bank postings and monthly sales transactions
  • Maintain employee allowances, mileage logs, and tool registers
  • Manage the fixed asset register and monthly depreciation schedules
  • Deliver monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet, and job costing analysis
  • Investigate cost variances and provide meaningful financial insights
  • Complete balance sheet reconciliations
  • Produce P11D data and support environmental reporting requirements
  • Ensure accurate filing and documentation of financial records
  • Provide support to the Head of Finance and assist with ad hoc projects

Proven experience within a finance team, including production of management accounts. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel). Experience using Sage 200 or similar accounting systems. Currently studying towards CIMA, ACA, or ACCA. A proactive, flexible, and positive approach to work. Background within construction or sector-specific financial processes.

Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000. Opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking business. Exposure to a broad and varied finance role. Support for professional development and study.

Accounting Supervisor / Management Accountant in Kendal employer: Robert Half

At Robert Half, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. As an IT Project Manager, you'll have the opportunity to lead transformative projects in a highly regulated environment, supported by a team that values professional growth and development. With competitive benefits and a commitment to employee well-being, we ensure that our team members thrive both personally and professionally in their roles.

Robert Half

Contact Details:

Robert Half Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Accounting Supervisor / Management Accountant in Kendal

Financial Reporting
Management Accounts Preparation
Purchase Ledger Management
Invoice Processing
Cost Variance Analysis
Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Job Costing Analysis