Job Title Management Accountant
Location Green Lane - Walsall
Package Up to £45,000 pro rata plus study support
Hours 37.5 hours a week - 3 days in office
Join our dynamic and forward-thinking finance team and unleash your potential with this exceptional opportunity in a growing business. We are looking to add to our finance team and are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to look after all reporting requirements for an Echo Business Unit.
This role will suit part or newly qualified candidates looking for an all-round Management Accounting opportunity.
The Role
* Preparation of month end management accounts for an Echo Business Unit, to include:
* Calculation of accruals and prepayments
* Journal posting in Oracle
* Preparation of the monthly P&L position
* Preparation of month end balance sheet reconciliations
* Analysis of actual results against budget and forecast, providing commentary on key variances.
* Preparation of financial performance by product, region and customer.
* Review of monthly results with the Senior Finance Manager for the Echo Business Unit.
* Ad hoc finance administration related to the Echo Business Unit.
* Supporting the Senior Finance Manager with the preparation of the annual budget and quarterly reforecast for the Echo Business Unit.
* Ongoing review of financial processes and controls, making recommendations for improvement where necessary.
* First point of contact for accounting queries relating to the Echo Business Unit.
* Supporting the Senior Finance Manager with ad hoc requests for information where required.
* Cross skilling with other Echo Management Accountant roles so cover can be provided as required.
What You’ll Need
* CCAB Part or Newly Qualified
* Enthusiasm and a desire to continue your studies towards a professional qualification
* Strong excel skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
* Familiarity with computer-based finance packages (Oracle or Xero experience would be beneficial but not essential).
* Speed and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
* Team player mindset and excellent communication skills.
* Flexible working attitude.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality.
What You’ll Get In Return
* Competitive salary up to £45,000 pro rata
* Study package after completion of probationary period
* Hybrid working - 3 days per week typically in the office, subject to variation based on business need
* Opportunity to work in an international company with possibilities for travel.
* Collaborate with diverse teams within the larger Group.
* Free onsite parking
* Onsite Gym
Who We Are
Echo is part of South Staffordshire PLC, an integrated services group behind South Staffs and Cambridge Water along with a range of other non-regulated services and products to essential services operators and markets. With around 3000 people across the UK and abroad, you’re not just getting a new job; you’re starting a career. There are around 600 of us that make up the Echo team, spread across three continents and four countries. We offer a huge range of exciting roles due to the diversity of our services and software solutions, and we continue to expand and grow as a company at home and overseas.