Location

Nottingham
East Midlands
United Kingdom

Date Published:

2025-03-31

Online to:

2025-05-30
Pound 15.00 HOUR

Management Accountant

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant to join their Finance team in Nottingham on a 12-month maternity cover contract . In this role, you will take the lead on Management Accounting activities, providing reliable and timely information for both internal and external reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

Management Accounting & Control : Lead month-end processes and work closely with the Finance team to ensure month-end reporting deadlines are met. Assist with recharging operating expenses to other group entities and manage intercompany balances . Support in balance sheet management , including fixed assets , accruals , and prepayments . Assist with the balance sheet reconciliation process and control any changes to the chart of accounts .
External Audit : Assist in the execution of the external audit and in the production of audit information prior to and during the audit process.
Systems : Develop a strong understanding of the accounting system to assist in its administration. Support the development of existing systems and the deployment of new systems .
Insight : Undertake expense and overhead analysis , assisting in reporting variances . Support the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts for the Business Service departments. Work with department heads to ensure they have a strong understanding of their departmental financials and provide support for sound financial decision-making.
Take on any ad hoc duties as they arise to support the team.

Requirements:

Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, logic formulas, and look-ups).
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
Relevant qualification such as ACCA/ACA/CIMA.
Strong knowledge of systems and finance software.
Excellent time management and organisational skills , with the ability to prioritise work effectively.
Good interpersonal and communication skills with a proactive and personable approach.
A willingness to learn new skills and acquire an understanding of the industry.

What We Offer:

Flexible working policy (2 days in the office per week, with full-time office attendance initially for training and integration).
Salary : 45,000 - 55,000, depending on experience.
Enhanced pension scheme , parental leave , birthday leave , and salary sacrifice options.
Discretionary annual bonus , electric car schemes , healthcare packages , and discount vouchers .
Cycle to work scheme, annual leave purchasing/selling , and company away days .
Opportunities to engage in charitable work with one paid day off per year.
Access to wellbeing resources including healthcare , mental health support , virtual yoga , and mindfulness sessions .

Our client is committed to fostering a supportive , inclusive , and stimulating workplace. If you're seeking an opportunity to develop within a dynamic environment and contribute to the success of a forward-thinking finance team, we would love to hear from you!

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