Management Accountant (Full-Time)
Location: Onsite - Cheltenham
Salary: £48,000 - £50,000
A successful and growing independent company based in Cheltenham is seeking a skilled Management Accountant to join its friendly and fast-paced team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a pivotal role within a supportive business environment that values precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
About the Role
As the Management Accountant, you'll lead the day-to-day financial operations of a small finance team. Your focus will be on delivering accurate financial reporting, ensuring compliance, and supporting the leadership team with planning and forecasting activities.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee and support the daily operations of the finance team
* Manage the preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting reconciliations
* Complete and review weekly bank reconciliations, resolving any issues promptly
* Produce regular cash flow forecasts and maintain rolling financial projections
* Ensure FCA-related reconciliations and reporting are accurate and compliant
* Review internal compliance processes for thoroughness and quality
* Coordinate audit preparation and maintain strong financial controls
* Process monthly payroll through Sage Payroll
* Lead the annual budgeting cycle and provide support to department heads
* Oversee credit control processes and manage insurance-related payments
What We're Looking For
We're seeking a detail-oriented and proactive finance professional with strong technical abilities and a collaborative mindset. You'll be comfortable managing a broad workload, leading a team, and clearly communicating financial insights across the business.
Skills & Experience Required:
* Professional accountancy qualification (CIMA or ACCA preferred)
* Proficient in Sage 50 and Sage Payroll
* Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
* Confident working with Excel for data analysis and reporting
* Able to present complex financial information in a clear, accessible way
* Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines
* Committed to maintaining integrity and accuracy in all financial matters
Desirable:
* Working knowledge of FCA regulations, especially regarding client funds
What's on Offer:
* Competitive salary: £48,000 - £50,000
* Full-time, Monday to Friday (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
* 31 days' holiday including bank and public holidays
* Company pension scheme and life cover (after qualifying period)
Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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