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Management Accountant

Manchester Permanent £50,000 - £60,000 per year View Job Description
Supported by a part-time Finance Director, you will be responsible for managing the day to day Finances for the business. Over the next 18-24 months, the Finance Director plans to reduce his hours with the business which will allow this role to grow into a Head of Finance role.
  • An entrepreneurial, owner managed business that is growing
  • Opportunity to step up to Head of Finance in the next 18 -24 months

About Our Client

My client are an entrepreneurial, owner managed business based in the City Centre that are now turning over just over £15 million and have ambitions to get to £25 million in the next few years. They have seen continuous growth over the past 5 years and having recently moved into a new office in Manchester City Centre.

Job Description

  • Month-end reporting and ownership of budgeting and forecasting
  • Prepare detailed financial reports, budgets, and forecast models
  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support strategic business decisions
  • Analysis of balance sheet and profit & loss statements
  • Monitor cash flow, reconcile accounts, and maintain financial records
  • Credit control and Payment runs
  • VAT returns and liaise with Payroll bureau
  • Develop and maintain financial performance dashboards and reporting mechanisms
  • Automate and develop the transaction side of the accounts
  • Integrate Sales Orders, Sales Change Order, and Project Budget process between accounts and project management team
  • Assist in cost reduction and efficiency improvement initiatives
  • Conduct ad-hoc financial analyses and special projects as required
  • Provide actionable financial insights to senior management

The Successful Applicant

  • ACA/ACCA/ACIMA qualified or equivalent
  • 3-5 years of experience in management accounting
  • Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting standards
  • Self-motivated, proactive, dedicated and organised individual to join the committed team in the pursuit of excellence
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Knowledge of Sage 50 would be desirable



What's on Offer

A competitive salary, with an opportunity for progression and a chance to add value quickly in an owner-managed, SME environment.

Contact
Nikki Harper (nee Shellard)
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6691278
Phone number
+44 161 829 0468

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Finance Manager
Sector
Business Services
Location
Manchester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nikki Harper (nee Shellard)
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0468
Job reference
JN-032025-6691278