Job Description
Our client is a leading residential developer committed to creating high-quality homes and building communities. They pride themselves on their attention to detail, commitment to excellence, and the collaborative spirit of their team. We are currently seeking a motivated and technically proficient Management Accountant to join their Finance department and contribute to their continued success.
Key Responsibilities
* Management Reporting: Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
* Core Accounting: Manage accruals, prepayments, and perform comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations to maintain ledger integrity.
* Year-End Support: Assist with the preparation of year-end audit materials, including the drafting of financial statements for various group companies.
* Tax Compliance: Handle corporate tax duties, serving as the primary liaison with external tax accountants to ensure seamless filings.
* Indirect Tax: Prepare and submit monthly VAT and CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) returns.
* Process Improvement: Take ownership of financial processes, identify opportunities to implement efficiencies, and better workflows.
* Ad Hoc Support: Assist the broader finance team with ad hoc projects and operational tasks as required.
Required Qualifications & Experience
* Professional Qualification: Qualified ACA, CIMA, or ACCA.
* Technical Proficiency: A strong grasp of core accounting principles and bookkeeping practices.
* IT Skills: Highly IT literate, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and data modelling).
* Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate financial information clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
Personal Attributes & Skills
* Organisation: Superior organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
* Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with a natural ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex financial challenges.
* Proactive Mindset: Highly motivated and enthusiastic, with the initiative to work across departmental boundaries.
* Team Collaboration: A genuine team player who works cooperatively to achieve collective goals.
* Integrity: Demonstrates the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and attention to detail.
* Commitment: A deep commitment to the ethos and long-term success of the business.
Ref: 4324AC