Management Accountant
Alderley Park
£40,000 - £45,000 DOE
Hybrid 4 days a week
Overview
Forge Talent has partnered with a engineering services SME. Privately backed and primed for growth, the business thrives on genuine collaboration and a deep commitment to innovation.
With a proven track record in delivering complex, specialist projects, it offers an environment where finance professionals play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s direction, not just supporting it.
As a management accountant, you will play a pivotal role in managing the financial health of the business. You will be responsible for financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and reporting, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goal. You are able to collaborate effectively across various departments and have a strong understanding of the engineering sector.
Key Responsibilities:
* Review WIP, overheads, and process month-end journals and analysis
* Produce accurate monthly financial statements and management reports with variance analysis Ensure compliance with accounting standards, CIS, and regulatory requirements
* Manage cash flow, bank accounts, and short-term funding obligations
* Reconcile and pay all taxes monthly and quarterly, including VAT, PAYE, CIS, and Corporation Tax Process weekly and monthly payroll, submit FPS/EPS, and reconcile payroll control accounts Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and HMRC account alignment
* Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices in the ERP
* Support budgeting and forecasting cycles, including revenue forecasts and variance reporting
Qualifications:
* Part-Qualified and studying (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) or QBE accountant
* Ideally from a similar industry (Construction, Engineering, Utilities, Infrastructure, B2B Services)
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
* Strong Excel Skills
* Knowledge of relevant accounting principles and financial regulations.
For more information, apply now.