Management Accountant

Management Accountant Based: Knutsford Salary: Up to £45,000 (Depending on experience) Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30-4:30 Fridays 8:30-4:00 – Office based Our client a well-established construction company are expanding their team and want you to join! They are looking for a Management Accountant to join their finance team at their offices in Knutsford. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with CIS regulations, and providing insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of CIS processing and returns. Key Responsibilities: * Manage the processing of all subcontractor invoices, ensure accurate subcontractor statements, and oversee CIS returns and monthly balancing * Handle VAT returns, cash flow management, and monthly management accounts * Perform end-of-month balancing of nominal accounts, CIS journals, and the prepayments and accruals register * Conduct timely bank reconciliations * Process and manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring that payments and collections are completed promptly, in coordination with junior staff * Provide mentorship and guidance to junior finance staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment Required Skills and Experience: * Strong expertise in managing CIS, including processing, CIS returns, and balancing * Part Qualified AAT/ ACA / ACCA / CIMA or QBE * Excellent understanding of financial principles and the ability to interpret complex financial data * Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and accounting software * Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel * High attention to detail and strong organisational skills * Effective communication skills, both written and verbal * Ability to work part of a team in a fast-paced environment Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age