Management Accountant

Newport | £38,000 - £40,000 | Permanent | Hybrid

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a highly motivated Management Accountant to join our client's finance team in Newport. This is a permanent, hybrid role and an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional looking to progress their career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Key Duties

• Produce accurate and timely management accounts, with a focus on improving the value and insight of financial reporting.
• Post journals accurately, ensuring all supporting documentation is properly maintained.
• Maintain and manage the fixed asset register.
• Prepare weekly payment runs and manage cash flow effectively.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accounts are accurate and up to date.
• Conduct cost analysis and provide meaningful insights to stakeholders.
• Prepare performance reports and commentary, highlighting variances against budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor and evaluate financial systems, suggesting improvements to increase efficiency.
• Support statutory reporting requirements, including quarterly VAT returns, ECSL, international tax returns, and ONS surveys.
• Act as an escalation point for queries from the Finance Assistants (team of 2).
• Assist with year-end audit preparation and delivery.
• Provide ad hoc financial support to wider business teams and projects as required.

Requirements

• Fully qualified ACCA / CIMA / ICAEW.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, with excellent Excel skills.
• High level of attention to detail with a focus on producing work to a consistently high standard.
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills; able to meet monthly deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships across all levels of the business.

What We Offer

• 25 days' annual leave with the option to buy or sell.
• Bonus scheme based on performance.
• Company pension scheme (5% employer / 5% employee).
• Private medical healthcare.
• Group life insurance.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits.
• Comprehensive performance and development framework.

Interested?

Apply now with your CV to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

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