Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £47,000 – £53,000 (DOE) + Benefits
Working Pattern: Hybrid (minimum 2 days/week in office)
About the Role
We’re looking for a talented and driven Management Accountant to join our high-calibre finance team in Chelmsford. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your insights will directly influence business performance.
You’ll play a pivotal role in partnering with budget holders across the organisation, helping them understand their numbers and make informed decisions. We wee candidates from any sector background who bring a strong business partnering mindset and a passion for adding value.
Key Responsibilities
1. Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts
2. Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles with key stakeholders
3. Deliver insightful variance analysis and performancementary
4. Act as a trusted advisor to budget holders, driving financial accountability
5. Support strategic planning and decision-making through data-driven insights
6. Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation
7. Assist with year-end reporting and liaise with auditors
What We’re Looking For
8. CCAB qualified (essential) – ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA
9. Proven experience in a management accounting or business partnering role
10. Strongmunication skills and stakeholder engagement
11. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
12. Advanced Excel skills; experience with financial systems preferred
13. Adaptable and proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset
What We Offer
14. Flexible hybrid working (minimum 2 days/week in Chelmsford office)
15. Enhanced annual leave + bank holidays
16. Pension scheme and private healthcare
17. Supportive, high-performing finance team
18. Ongoing professional development and career progression
Ready to make an impact? Submit your CV to apply. We’re excited to hear how you can help us shape the future of our finance function.
#4721161 - Senan Pierce