Main area Management Accountant Grade Salary Ranges: 35,001 - 45,000 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Minimum of 4 days per week in the office) Job ref Management Accountant
Employer BrisDoc Healthcare Services Employer type Private Sector Site Unit 4 Osprey Court Town Whitchurch, Bristol Salary £35,000 - £40,000 dependant on experience Closing 28/02/2025 23:59 Interview date 17/03/2025
Management Accountant
Salary Ranges: 35,001 - 45,000
Job overview
As a newly qualified Management Accountant, you will play a key role in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and analysis supporting decision-making processes that drive business performance. This is a newly created position and comes at a time of change including the implementation of a new accounting system (Sage Intacct). Experience of the healthcare industry is not essential.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
• Financial reporting and analysis
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Business partnering and stakeholder engagement
• Cost control and process improvement
• Month-end and year-end processes
Working for our organisation
BrisDoc is an employee-owned social enterprise based in south Bristol that has been providing NHS healthcare for over 20 years. Serving more than 1 million patients across Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire, BrisDoc offers a range of primary care services, including a 24/7 NHS urgent care service combining NHS 111 and the GP Out of Hours Service, GP practices such as Broadmead Medical Centre and Charlotte Keel Medical Practice, and Bristol’s Homeless health Service dedicated to addressing the healthcare needs of homeless individuals. As a social enterprise, BrisDoc prioritises the health of its patients, environmental sustainability, and the social and economic well-being of the community. The organisation is committed to reducing health inequalities and improving overall well-being.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Prepare monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow statements
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insightful commentary on financial performance
• Define and track KPIs to assess business performance
• Develop dashboards and reports for (real-time) decision making
• Assist in the preparation of board and management reports
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making
Budgeting & Forecasting
• Assist with annual budget preparation and periodic re-forecasting
• Monitor actual versus budget performance
• Highlight key trends and/or risks as well as financial performance to support strategic planning
• Work closely with department heads to provide financial guidance and support cost control
Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement
• Work closely with non-finance teams to provide financial insights and improve financial understanding across the business
• Provide Contract and Practice pricing and profitability analysis
• Support operational teams in evaluating cost efficiencies and identifying opportunities for improvement including new business opportunities
• Present financial data and analysis to senior stakeholders in an understandable and actionable manner
• Support efficiency improvements in areas such as purchasing and staffing levels including making data-driven decisions
Cost Control & Process Improvement
• Conduct profitability and cost analysis to identify savings opportunities
• Support process automation and efficiency improvements within the Finance Department
• Assist in reviewing and improving internal controls and financial procedures to reduce fraud and errors
• Drive automation and digital transformation in the Finance function
Month-End & Year-End Processes
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end processes including accruals, prepayments and reconciliations
• Support external audits, liaising with auditors and providing necessary documentation
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications & Experience
• Recently qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Experience in management accounting either through previous roles or as part of training
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and familiarity with UK GAAP
• Proficiency in financial systems (notably Sage Intacct) and advanced Excel skills
Personal Attributes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders
• A proactive and inquisitive mindset, eager to improve processes and add value
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.
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