Management Accountant

Who we're looking for

We are seeking a hands-on Management Accountant to play a pivotal role during the integration of a recent acquisition into our business. This position will evolve as processes align with the transactional finance team, requiring adaptability and a proactive approach. The successful candidate will work independently, ensuring accurate financial reporting and providing actionable insights to support strategic decision-making during this critical phase.

What you'll be delivering

• Integration Support: Lead financial aspects of acquisition integration, including aligning accounting processes and systems with group standards; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transition of financial data and reporting structures.
• Management Accounting Duties: Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and performance reports; Develop and monitor budgets and forecasts; Analyse financial performance and provide recommendations for cost control and efficiency improvements.
• Process Development: Assist in designing and implementing improved financial processes as part of integration; Document workflows and identify opportunities for automation and standardisation.
• Compliance & Controls: Ensure adherence to accounting standards and internal controls during integration and BAU activities; Liaise with auditors and support statutory reporting requirements.
• Business Partnering: Provide financial insights to senior management and operational teams; Act as a trusted advisor on financial implications of integration activities.
• Ad Hoc Responsibilities: Perform additional tasks and projects as assigned by the finance Director or other senior staff, which may include assisting with audits, supporting other finance functions, and participating in process improvement initiatives.

We think you'll be successful in this role if you have some of the following

Education:   

• Professional accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent). Part-qualified candidates will be considered if they are close to completing their qualification
• Proven experience in management accounting, ideally within an acquisition or integration context.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and process improvement initiatives.

Skills: 

• Strong technical knowledge of management accounting principles and acquisition accounting.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Proficiencyin accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
• Commercial awareness and ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.

Personal Attributes: 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• High levelof integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to multi-task and work on own initiative

What we'll offer in return

In addition to a competitive salary, there are a number of benefits and perks we offer to say thank you for being a part of our journey:  

• To work at a Top 100 Best Large Companies to work for in the UK
• Flexibility over where you work with our Winning from Anywhere® approach  
• 25 days holiday  
• Home working allowance paid monthly  
• Winning from Anywhere® allowance to help your set up at home  
• 24/7 GP at hand  
• Immediate 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme  
• We’llsupport you whenyou’renot well with our Company sick pay scheme  
• 4x base salary life assurance 
• Private health insurance after a successful year’s service  
• Enhancedparentalpay and leave, supporting you with those precious life moments  
• Access to the Perkbox platform to help make your money go further  
• Cyclescheme  
• Electric car scheme  
• And many more!