Job Description:

Group Management Accountant

Solihull (3 /2 days Hybrid)
Up to £55,000 + Christmas Bonus

24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Permanent, Full-Time

About the Company

We're partnering with a successful and rapidly expanding UK business that has grown significantly through both acquisition and organic growth. As the organisation continues to evolve, an opportunity has arisen for a talented Management Accountant to join the finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their experience beyond traditional management accounts, with exposure to acquisitions, business integration, commercial finance, statutory reporting and finance transformation projects.

The Role

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of the monthly management accounts process for a number of group entities while providing financial insight and support to key stakeholders across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and reporting packs
• Analyse financial performance and explain variances against budget and forecast
• Prepare journals including accruals, prepayments, payroll, fixed assets and intercompany transactions
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items
• Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting processes
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and reporting standards
• Assist with statutory accounts preparation and year-end audits
• Support VAT returns and other reporting requirements
• Business partner with operational managers across assigned entities
• Assist with acquisitions, integrations and finance projects
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and reporting efficiencies
• Support the ongoing development of financial systems and automation initiatives

About You

We're looking for a proactive and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified or nearing qualification.
• Previous experience preparing monthly management accounts
• Strong balance sheet reconciliation and financial control experience
• Experience working within a multi-entity, group, SME or mid-market environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to £55,000
• Company Bonus
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Growing and ambitious business environment
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic projects
• Involvement in acquisitions and business integration activities
• Genuine opportunities for career progression and development
• Broad, varied role with increasing responsibility as the business continues to grow

Apply Now

If you're an ambitious Management Accountant looking for a role where you can make a real impact while developing your career within a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

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