Management Accountant

About the Company:

Our client is a growing organisation within the private sector, offering a supportive and collaborative environment where finance plays a central role in operational success. With a commitment to strong governance, continuous improvement, and high‑quality reporting, the business provides an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to develop their career and make a meaningful impact within a well‑structured team.

The Role:

We are seeking a diligent Management Accountant to support the Financial Controller and oversee day‑to‑day finance operations. This is a hands‑on and varied role responsible for delivering accurate management information, supporting audit processes, and ensuring the smooth running of transactional finance. You will supervise a small finance team, lead the credit control function, and contribute to ongoing process and systems improvements across the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Management Reporting – Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, providing accurate and timely financial information.
• Audit Support – Assist with audit preparation, queries, and statutory compliance, liaising with external auditors as required.
• Team Supervision – Lead and mentor accounts assistants, ensuring daily tasks (purchase ledger, sales ledger, bank reconciliations etc.) are completed accurately and on time.
• Credit Control Leadership – Oversee debtor management processes, supporting the team to ensure timely collection of outstanding balances.
• Process & Systems Improvement – Identify and implement enhancements to finance processes to drive efficiency and accuracy.
• Month-End & Year-End Support – Assist with the completion of period-end processes in line with reporting timelines.
• Financial Controls – Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal control standards.

Desirable Skills:

• Part‑qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in a management accounting role
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including experience preparing management accounts under FRS 102
• Previous experience supervising or mentoring a small finance team
• Proficient in Excel and accounting software packages
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment

Benefits:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Opportunity to develop leadership skills within a supportive finance team
• Involvement in a broad range of financial and operational activities
• A stable, collaborative working environment with opportunities for professional growth

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Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.