Management Accountant - LHH Recruitment Solutions : Job Details

Job Title: Management AccountantLocation: Ross-on-WyeRemuneration: £35,000 - £45,000 per annumContract Details: Permanent, Full Time

Responsibilities:You will be responsible for all financial aspects of management reporting and project control, collaborating closely with operational managers and project staff. Here's what you'll dive into:

• Monthly Management Accounts: Prepare and analyse accounts to meet strict deadlines.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Ensure key accounts are accurately reconciled.
• Sales Forecasts & Margin Analysis: Liaise with operational staff to maintain updated forecasts.
• Project Performance Reporting: Report on Actual vs. Forecast vs. Budget, with thorough analysis of key projects.
• Control Spreadsheets: Create and evolve spreadsheets for operational project analysis.
• Business Cases: Prepare documentation for exceptional expenditure, such as CAPEX.
• Annual Budgeting: Collaborate with department leaders on budget production and monitoring.
• Cashflow Forecasting: Prepare and maintain accurate cashflow forecasts.
• Year-End Preparation: Assist in reconciliations and schedules for the audit process.
• Financial Support for Project Bids: Provide financial analysis and scenario planning for tenders.
• Process Improvements: Continuously enhance financial processes to support all activities.
• Ad Hoc Support: Engage in additional tasks to support Finance and Operations as needed.

What You Bring:We're looking for a proactive individual with:

• Essential Experience: Management accounting function, preparing accounts from prime records.
• Qualifications: Qualified or part-qualified in accounting.
• Skills:

- Exceptional numeracy and attention to detail.- The ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial colleagues.- Strong organisational skills and the initiative to work both independently and collaboratively.- Proficiency in IT, especially Excel.