Role Overview and Purpose
The Management Accountant plays a key role in supporting the Management Accounts Manager to oversee the general ledger and support decision-making by providing financial insights and analysis whilst ensuring internal controls are consistently followed.
Mentor members of the team to ensure personal development and adherence to company policies and procedures.
Key Stakeholders
Management Accounts Manager
Group Financial Controller
Director of Finance
Many teams across Group SupportKey Responsibilities
Mentor the Management Accounts team
Produce accurate, timely and reliable management accounts in accordance with strict deadlines
Analyse variances between actual and budgeted results
Present monthly findings to senior management
Maintain specific balance sheet reconciliations
Support with the upkeep of the fixed asset register
Identify risks and opportunities (including cost savings, improved profitability)
Support with the preparation of the annual budget
Support with the preparation of the quarterly VAT returns
Support other departments with P&L queries or procurement activities
Ensure finance policies and controls are maintained and improved if necessary
Expected to keep up to date with accounting standards
On-going maintenance of the key financial system (primarily Sun, Coupa & SIS)
Completion of various Office of National Statistics forms
Ad hoc project workSkills, Experience and Qualifications required
Good analytical skills and ability to manage large datasets
Confident written and communication skills
Ability to review existing processes and recommend improvements
Extensive knowledge of excel
Part or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)