Management Accountant

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Harrogate
Salary
35000.00 - 40000.00 GBP Annual + plus benefits
Posted
26 Aug 2020
Closes
23 Sep 2020
Sectors
Accountancy
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Management Accountant
Optimum Recruitment Group are proud to be working exclusively with an amazing growth business based in Harrogate who are looking to appoint to a newly created role of Management Accountant.
The purpose of the role is to provide management support for all accounting activities and ensure the timescales for monthly reporting are adhered to. A keen eye for detail is required and there is great exposure to a wide range of areas, providing good opportunities in line with their growth plans. Role would suit either a qualified accountant or finalist stage studier. Demonstrable experience of working within an SME environment would be essential.
Duties include:
* Prepare allocated monthly management accounts
* Ensure the management accounts are compliant
* Investigate and resolve any discrepancies or misallocated costs
* Monitor and report on cashflow
* Work with the finance team to agree inter-company reconciliations
* Liaise with the team on any issues/discrepancies with the monthly management accounts or reconciliations and work with the team to resolve any queries and agree how to close.
* Prepare monthly reports and commentary
* Prepare ad hoc reports including variance analysis, as and when requested
* Prepare/assist in the preparation of forecasts
* Assist in audit queries and information for preparation of statutory accounts
* Prepare tax returns
* Meet departmental and statutory deadlines, seeking support if there are any concerns in achieving this.
* Maintain accurate departmental and statutory controls and processes
* Partner other members of the team to prepare specific reports or complete project work
* Support junior members of the team as and when required
* Maintain up to date knowledge
* Other tasks as and when required to support the finance team.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following attributes:
* ACCA or CIMA finalist/qualified essential or the ability to demonstrate relevant experience
* Able to demonstrate relevant experience in a Management Accountant role
* Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.
* Advanced Excel skills essential
* Experience using Microsoft Navision an advantage
* Strong communication skills with both financial and non-financial stakeholders
* Ability to deliver accurate and timely information
* Ability to meet multiple tight deadlines
* Strong analytical skills
* Exceptional attention to details
* Self-motivated and results focused.
Salary up to GBP40k plus a generous benefits package

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