Homes for Students is a growing student accommodation and facilities management contractor with an expanding number of operations nationwide. The Company over the last year has secured 40 contracts with 6 different clients. We are looking for a Management Accountant to join our Finance team based in Harrogate, working 40 hours per week, from 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday. The Management Accountant will work with the Assistant Management Accountants and become the day to day contact for various Client Finance representatives. The position will ensure accurate and insightful accounts are produced on a monthly basis for the client. The position requires commercial acumen, attention to detail, strong knowledge of accruals and prepayments and experience is the production of monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations. The job holder will be expected to harness a working environment which encourages team work, energy and creativity. Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities • Preparation of monthly management accounts within the reporting deadline. • Assistance with reviewing the Properties monthly Finance reports • Preparation & review month end balance sheet reconciliations. • Accruals and Prepayments • Perform Investor Calculation each quarter • Production of client financial reforecasting. • To ensure compliance with the clients Controlled Self-Assessment • To assist with the Client’s Annual Statutory Audits. • Support other team members with training • Support on ad-hoc tasks and reporting. • To understand commercial and performance aspects of Finance • To review and implement process improvements for the finance function and complete user acceptance testing • To keep up to date with industry initiatives to enable best practice to be adopted at all times The above outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the position, however, this cannot be comprehensive and other duties, as directed by the company and within the job holders capabilities may be required. The duties will evolve and be modified by changes within the company Skills (includes Key Competencies) • Strong financial, analytical modelling and problem-solving skills • Proven experience with spread sheets and financial programs. • Good communications skills. • Ability to successfully handle several priorities simultaneously, maintain composure in high pressure situations and maintain objectivity, focus and good judgment • To promote a culture of continuous improvement • Strong knowledge of accruals and prepayments and experience is the production of monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations • Thorough understanding of all commercial aspects of contracts • Excellent presentation, attention to detail and ability to complete tasks • Excellent problem solving ability and decision making skills • Be able to effectively delegate work in line with operational priorities and needs. Personal Qualities • Commitment and enthusiasm to Homes for Students and its work. • Commitment to quality in all aspects of service delivery. • Commitment to equal opportunities. • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimum guidance; confidence in taking the initiative, making decisions and consulting as appropriate. • Ability to manage the delivery of detailed work • Willing to be flexible and respond to changing circumstances. • Key attributes are an ability to demonstrate a flexible and positive ‘can do’ attitude and to become quickly established to add value to the business. Experience and Qualifications • AAT qualified or part qualified ACCA or CIMA with 2-3 years of Management Accounts experience. • Experience of working within all areas of the finance function • Thorough knowledge of finance computer software with Navision preferred. What's on offer Generous holiday package of 25 days, plus bank holidays, to recharge and enjoy life outside of work. Access to a range of exclusive retail discounts to make your money go further. Take your special day off! Enjoy your birthday with a well-deserved break from work. Stay active and eco-friendly with our cycle-to-work scheme. Make a difference in the community with 2 charity days per annum. If you feel like this is the role for you, we’d love to hear from you. Homes for Students is an equal opportunity employer and a member of Inclusive Employers. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees, so we encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are more than happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you may require.