Position Overview:
We are seeking a qualified or part-qualified Management Accountant to join a fast-paced, high-growth organisation. This role combines core management accounting responsibilities with elements of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). The successful candidate will play a key role in month-end and year-end processes, variance analysis, and providing actionable insights to support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Management Accounting
* Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
* Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments.
* Oversee the year-end close process, including liaising with external auditors and preparing statutory financial statements.
* Maintain and update the fixed asset register.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
* Perform detailed variance analysis to compare actual performance against budgets and forecasts, providing insightful commentary on key drivers.
* Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic re-forecasts in collaboration with departmental heads.
* Develop financial models to support scenario planning and strategic decision-making.
* Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business initiatives and investment decisions.
Reporting & Compliance
* Ensure compliance with financial regulations, including VAT returns and other statutory obligations.
* Prepare quarterly balance sheet reconciliations with detailed commentary for management review.
* Produce board-level financial reports highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs) and trends.
Process Improvement
* Continuously review accounting practices to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
* Implement best practices for month-end and year-end processes to enhance accuracy and reduce timelines.
* Contribute to the development of financial systems and tools for improved reporting capabilities.
Qualifications & Skills
Essential:
* Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
* Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role within a high-growth environment.
* Strong technical accounting knowledge, including month-end/year-end processes.
* Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., ERP software) and advanced Excel skills.
Preferred:
* Experience with FP&A tools or financial modelling software.
* Prior experience working in a fast-paced or scale-up environment.
Key Competencies:
* Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
* Strong communication skills to present financial insights to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
* Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a driven professional to contribute meaningfully to the growth trajectory of our company while developing their career within a supportive team environment.