At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial management, reporting, and team development in a dynamic business environment.
- Company: A growing business seeking a proactive Management Accountant to drive transformation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and career advancement.
- Why this job: Join a leadership team and shape the financial future of a thriving company.
- Qualifications: CIMA, ACA, or ACCA qualified with strong accounting and leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Are you a qualified Management Accountant looking for a high-impact role in a growing business? The Management Accountant will take ownership of the company’s financial management, reporting, and control environment.
Acting as a member of the leadership team, the role will provide hands-on accounting, whilst working with the directors to develop reporting processes. These will enable improved efficiency, cost management, growth and increased profitability.
The Management Accountant role suits a qualified CIMA, ACA or an ACCA professional who is confident managing a small team, comfortable working closely with senior leadership, and keen to contribute to real business transformation.
The Role of Management Accountant:
- Lead the company's financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and the preparation of accurate monthly and year-end financial reports.
- Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, VAT, PAYE, HMRC regulations, and oversee the annual statutory audit process.
- Provide strategic financial insight, modelling, pricing, margin analysis, and commercial support to inform business planning and decision-making.
- Manage cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, and funding to optimise business performance and liquidity.
- Strengthen financial controls, enhance accounting and ERP systems, and drive process improvements to improve efficiency, scalability, and profitability.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while working with HR to oversee payroll processes and continuous system improvements.
- Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by supporting cross-functional teams with financial guidance, training, and business awareness.
Key competencies of the Management Accountant:
- CIMA, ACA or an ACCA qualified (newly qualified considered)
- Proven experience as a Management Accountant.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of UK GAAP and Corporation Tax.
- Proficient in accounting and ERP systems.
- Strong Excel and financial modelling skills.
- Commercially aware with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail with the ability to work in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Team player with a collaborative approach
Performance Indicators of the Management Accountant:
- Accuracy and timeliness of management reporting
- Improvement in cashflow and working capital
- Strength and compliance of financial controls
- Contribution to margin improvement and cost efficiency
- Successful audit outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction
If you’re a qualified Management Accountant ready to take on a varied, busy role with genuine scope to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
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